Staff Accountant

Highland Holdings; Dehradun; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

US team exposure

Modern platforms

Career growth

Job summary

Highland Holdings is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant to support U.S.-based operations from Dehradun. The role focuses on day-to-day accounting, journal entries, and reconciliations, with emphasis on accuracy and independence. Proficiency in QuickBooks or Sage and Ramp is expected, along with strong Excel skills and attention to detail.

The successful candidate will collaborate with the U.S. finance team, handle AP/AR, and participate in monthly, quarterly, and year-end closings while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, commerce, or related field.
• 2-5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of U.S. accounting principles and bookkeeping practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping activities.
• Record and maintain financial transactions, journal entries, invoices, and reconciliations.
• Perform bank, credit card, and account reconciliations.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes.
• Maintain accurate general ledger accounts and supporting documentation.
• Review transactions for accuracy, completeness, and proper classification.
• Support preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Coordinate with U.S. accounting/finance team to resolve discrepancies.
• Follow established accounting procedures, controls, and deadlines.

Skills

Accounting and bookkeeping

US GAAP familiarity

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

Ramp

Job description

Location: Dehradun, India

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Mode: On-site / Hybrid

Experience: 2-5 years

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our growing accounting team supporting U.S.-based business operations.

The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping, experience with QuickBooks and/or Sage, and the ability to manage day-to-day accounting activities accurately and independently.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping activities.
• Record and maintain financial transactions, journal entries, invoices, and reconciliations.
• Perform bank, credit card, and account reconciliations.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes.
• Maintain accurate general ledger accounts and supporting documentation.
• Review transactions for accuracy, completeness, and proper classification.
• Support preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Work with QuickBooks, Sage, Ramp, and other accounting systems.
• Maintain organized financial records and documentation.
• Assist with audit, tax, compliance, and other finance-related requirements.
• Coordinate with the U.S. accounting/finance team to resolve discrepancies and complete reporting requirements.
• Follow established accounting procedures, controls, and deadlines.
• Identify process gaps and recommend improvements to improve accounting efficiency and accuracy.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of relevant accounting/bookkeeping experience.
• Strong understanding of U.S. accounting principles and bookkeeping practices.
• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks and/or Sage.
• Experience with bank and account reconciliations.
• Good understanding of AP, AR, general ledger, and month-end closing.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good Excel/MS Excel skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting U.S.-based companies.
• Experience with Ramp or similar spend-management platforms.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and accounting processes.
• Experience working with multiple entities or companies.
• Experience in a remote or international accounting environment.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work directly with a U.S.-based finance team.
• Exposure to U.S. accounting, financial systems, and multi-entity operations.
• Opportunity to work with modern accounting platforms and processes.
• Professional growth within a growing accounting operation.
• Collaborative and long-term work environment.