
The Accountant will manage day-to-day accounting operations of the wholesale trading business, ensuring accurate financial records, timely statutory compliance under Indian laws, effective inventory control, and support to management through financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Bookkeeping
Maintain books of accounts as per Indian accounting standards
Record purchase, sales, expenses, and journal entries in accounting software (Tally/ERP)
Reconcile bank, cash, debtor, and creditor accounts
GST & Statutory Compliance
Prepare and file GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-2B reconciliation)
Ensure proper GST classification, HSN codes, and input tax credit (ITC) reconciliation
Handle TDS deductions, returns (24Q, 26Q), and compliance
Support statutory audits, GST audits, and income tax assessments
Sales, Receivables & Payables
Generate tax invoices, credit notes, and debit notes
Monitor accounts receivable, credit periods, and customer collections
Verify supplier invoices and process payments
Inventory & Cost Control
Maintain inventory records and reconcile with physical stock
Track stock valuation, purchase costs, and gross margins
Coordinate with stores/warehouse for stock audits
Financial Reporting & MIS
Prepare monthly P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements
Generate MIS reports: sales analysis, margin analysis, outstanding reports
Assist in budgeting and cash flow planning
Audit & Controls
Coordinate with auditors for internal, statutory, and GST audits
Maintain proper documentation and internal control systems
Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
Qualifications & Experience
B.Com / M.Com in Accounting or Finance
CA-Inter / CMA-Inter preferred
Minimum 2 years of experience in accounting, preferably in a wholesale trading company
Strong knowledge of GST, TDS, and Indian tax laws
Hands-on experience with Tally (Prime/ERP) and MS Excel
Key Skills & Competencies
Strong analytical and reconciliation skills
High accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to meet statutory deadlines
Good communication and coordination skills