Site Accountant

WABAG; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

WABAG is seeking a finance professional to manage day-to-day accounting at the project/site. You will maintain cash books, vouchers, invoices and supporting documents, recording and approving site expenses while coordinating with vendors and the Head Office Finance team.

The role requires GST, TDS and statutory compliance knowledge, with monthly site reporting and MIS preparation. You will work independently at the project site, ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to company policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Commerce/Accounting/Finance or related field.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities at the project/site.
• Maintain cash book, petty cash, vouchers, invoices and supporting documents.
• Record and verify site expenses and ensure proper approvals.
• Handle vendor bills, purchase invoices and payment-related documentation.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors and the Head Office Finance team.
• Monitor and reconcile vendor accounts, advances and outstanding payments.
• Maintain records related to GST, TDS and other statutory requirements with central Finance.
• Prepare and submit site financial reports and MIS.
• Perform bank, cash and ledger reconciliations.
• Track site advances, expenses and settlements.
• Support monthly closing and audit activities with required documents.
• Ensure documentation and compliance with accounting policies.
• Coordinate with Project Manager and site team on financial matters.
• Identify discrepancies and resolve timely.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Coordination skills

Independent site work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce/Accounting/Finance

Tools

MS Excel

SAP

Tally

Job description

Role & responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities at the project/site.
• Maintain cash book, petty cash, vouchers, invoices and supporting documents.
• Record and verify site expenses and ensure proper approvals.
• Handle vendor bills, purchase invoices and payment-related documentation.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors and the Head Office Finance team.
• Monitor and reconcile vendor accounts, advances and outstanding payments.
• Maintain records related to GST, TDS and other statutory requirements in coordination with the central Finance team.
• Prepare and submit daily/weekly/monthly site financial reports and MIS.
• Perform bank, cash and ledger reconciliations.
• Track site advances, expenses and settlements.
• Support monthly closing and audit activities by providing required documents and schedules.
• Ensure proper documentation and compliance with company accounting policies.
• Coordinate with the Project Manager and site team on financial and accounting matters.
• Identify discrepancies in transactions and ensure timely resolution.

Preferred candidate profile

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• 5- 11 years of relevant experience in accounting, preferably in a project/site environment.
• Good knowledge of accounting principles and bookkeeping.
• Working knowledge of GST, TDS and basic statutory compliance.
• Hands-on experience in MS Excel and accounting/ERP software such as SAP, Tally or similar systems.
• Good reconciliation and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation.
• Ability to work independently at a project/site location.
• Good communication and coordination skills.