Walk-in | Experienced Accountant US & Canadian Clients

BSG & Co; Kolkata District; On-site; INR 400,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

BSG & Co is seeking a detail-oriented accounting professional in Kolkata to manage day-to-day bookkeeping for US and Canadian clients. You will use QuickBooks Online, Xero and Dext to post transactions, reconcile accounts, and support month-end close.

The role requires 2+ years of hands-on accounting experience, strong English communication, and the ability to handle multiple clients with accuracy and independence.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of practical accounting/bookkeeping experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting fundamentals.
• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online, Xero and Dext.
• Prior experience handling US or Canadian clients.
• Experience in an accounting/CPA firm is an advantage.
• Good Excel/Google Sheets skills.
• Excellent spoken and written English.
• Comfortable with direct client communication.
• Able to manage multiple clients and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting for US and Canadian clients.
• Work hands-on with QuickBooks Online (QBO), Xero and Dext.
• Categorize, review and post accounting transactions accurately.
• Perform bank and credit-card reconciliations.
• Manage Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR).
• Process and review invoices, bills and supporting documents.
• Investigate discrepancies, unusual transactions and reconciliation issues.
• Assist with month-end closing and financial reporting.
• Prepare and review financial statements.
• Maintain accurate and organized accounting records.
• Identify missing information and follow up with clients.
• Communicate with US and Canadian clients via email, Zoom/Teams and other channels.
• Explain accounting issues clearly and professionally.
• Follow SOPs and quality-control procedures.
• Meet client deadlines and manage multiple assignments.
• Identify issues proactively and propose solutions.
• Escalate complex matters with analysis and supporting information.
• Take ownership of assigned client accounts and ensure high-quality work.

Skills

Accounting basics

Attention to detail

Client communication

Excel/Google Sheets

Independent work

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Xero

Dext

Job description

Role & responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting for US and Canadian clients.
• Work hands-on with QuickBooks Online (QBO), Xero and Dext.
• Categorize, review and post accounting transactions accurately.
• Perform bank and credit-card reconciliations.
• Manage Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR).
• Process and review invoices, bills and supporting documents.
• Investigate discrepancies, unusual transactions and reconciliation issues.
• Assist with month-end closing and financial reporting.
• Prepare and review financial statements.
• Maintain accurate and organized accounting records.
• Identify missing information and follow up with clients.
• Communicate directly with US and Canadian clients through email, Zoom/Teams and other channels.
• Explain accounting issues and requirements clearly and professionally.
• Follow company SOPs and quality-control procedures.
• Meet client deadlines and manage multiple assignments effectively.
• Identify potential issues proactively and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Escalate complex accounting matters with proper analysis and supporting information.
• Take ownership of assigned client accounts and ensure accurate, high-quality work.

Preferred candidate profile

• 2+ years of practical accounting/bookkeeping experience
• Strong knowledge of accounting fundamentals
• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online, Xero and Dext
• Prior experience handling US or Canadian clients is preferred
• Experience in an accounting/CPA firm is an advantage
• Good understanding of bank reconciliations, AP, AR and month-end close
• Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills
• Excellent spoken and written English
• Comfortable with direct client communication
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Able to work independently and take ownership of assigned work
• Capable of investigating issues before escalating them
• Professional, proactive and willing to learn
• Able to manage multiple clients, tasks and deadlines
• Immediate joiners or candidates with a short notice period preferred