Senior US Accountant

Weekday AI (YC W21); Surat; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Weekday AI (YC W21) in Surat, India, seeks an experienced accounting professional to own the general ledger, oversee AR/AP, and manage timely month‑end close in line with US accounting principles.

The role requires 4+ years in accounting, 2+ years hands‑on QuickBooks Online experience, strong financial reporting skills, and impeccable English communication. The candidate will work independently and coordinate with internal teams and external auditors.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or a closely related function.
• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online (QBO) for 2+ years.
• Experience with US-based companies or clients is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate and complete accounting records.
• Manage accounting activities in QuickBooks Online (QBO).
• Review and approve customer invoices and ensure accurate billing records.
• Oversee Accounts Receivable (AR), including customer balances, aging analysis, collections, and follow-ups.
• Oversee Accounts Payable (AP), including vendor invoice review, coding, approvals, and payment scheduling.
• Perform regular bank and account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Manage journal entries, accruals, adjustments, and other general accounting activities.
• Lead and coordinate the month-end close process within defined timelines.
• Prepare and maintain accurate financial reports and supporting schedules.
• Review financial data for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Ensure accounting documentation is properly organised and maintained for audit and compliance requirements.
• Identify accounting discrepancies and work with relevant stakeholders to resolve them promptly.
• Maintain appropriate supporting documentation for financial transactions and account balances.
• Support financial analysis and reporting requirements as needed.
• Ensure accounting processes follow applicable US accounting principles and financial reporting practices.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders regarding accounting and financial matters.
• Continuously improve accounting processes, controls, reconciliations, and reporting workflows.

Skills

Accounting experience

US GAAP

Financial reporting

Journal entries

Reconciliations

Analytical skills

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

QuickBooks Online (QBO)

Job description

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Key Responsibilities

• Own and maintain thegeneral ledgerand ensure accurate and complete accounting records.
• Manage accounting activities inQuickBooks Online (QBO).
• Review and approve customer invoices and ensure accurate billing records.
• OverseeAccounts Receivable (AR), including customer balances, aging analysis, collections, and follow-ups.
• OverseeAccounts Payable (AP), including vendor invoice review, coding, approvals, and payment scheduling.
• Perform regularbank and account reconciliationsand investigate discrepancies.
• Manage journal entries, accruals, adjustments, and other general accounting activities.
• Lead and coordinate themonth-end close processwithin defined timelines.
• Prepare and maintain accurate financial reports and supporting schedules.
• Review financial data for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Ensure accounting documentation is properly organised and maintained for audit and compliance requirements.
• Identify accounting discrepancies and work with relevant stakeholders to resolve them promptly.
• Maintain appropriate supporting documentation for financial transactions and account balances.
• Support financial analysis and reporting requirements as needed.
• Ensure accounting processes follow applicableUS accounting principles and financial reporting practices.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders regarding accounting and financial matters.
• Continuously improve accounting processes, controls, reconciliations, and reporting workflows.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• 4+ years of experiencein accounting, finance, or a closely related function.
• Strong practical knowledge ofUS accounting principles and financial reporting practices.
• Minimum2 years of hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online (QBO).
• Strong experience managing thefull accounting cycle, including GL, AP, AR, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Experience working withUS-based companies or clientsis highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Experience withAccounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, invoicing, collections, and vendor payments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to identify discrepancies, investigate root causes, and ensure timely resolution.
• Strong understanding of accounting controls and audit-ready documentation.
• Excellent written and spokenEnglish communication skills.
• Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of accounting processes.
• Ability to work consistently during theUS shift: 4:30 PM to 1:30 AM IST.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage deadlines, priorities, and month-end closing activities.
• Bachelors degree inAccounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related disciplineis preferred.

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