Account Assistant

About the Role

We are seeking a meticulous Account Assistant to manage daily accounting tasks and support financial operations. The ideal candidate will have solid expertise in accounting fundamentals, proficient use of Tally Prime or similar ERP software, knowledge of GST and TDS regulations, invoicing, bank reconciliation, and strong Excel skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update daily accounting records and financial transactions.
• Record purchase, sales, payment, receipt, journal, and contra entries accurately.
• Prepare and validate invoices, bills, vouchers, and related documentation.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable ledgers and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Regularly perform bank statement reconciliations to ensure accuracy.
• Support GST and TDS calculation, documentation, and periodic filing of returns.
• Manage petty cash and daily expense tracking.
• Verify vendor invoices and payment details to ensure correctness.
• Assist in compiling monthly accounting reports and management information system (MIS) statements.
• Ensure organized filing of invoices, vouchers, and other financial records.
• Coordinate effectively with vendors, customers, and internal teams on account-related matters.
• Provide support during audits and financial period-end closing processes under senior accountants' guidance.
• Maintain the integrity and confidentiality of all financial information.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Proficient knowledge of Tally Prime or other accounting ERP systems.
• Basic understanding and experience with GST, TDS, and invoicing practices.
• Strong MS Excel skills, including formulas such as VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, SUMIF, IF, and Pivot Tables.
• Familiarity with bank and ledger reconciliation processes.
• Fundamental accounting principles knowledge.
• Good numerical aptitude and analytical capabilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Effective communication and coordination skills.