Accounts Assistant

Location: Kochi, Kerala Experience: Minimum 4+ Years

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Assitant with a minimum of 4+ yrs of experience to manage daily accounting operations, receivables, GST compliance, client payment follow-ups, financial reporting, and overall finance administration. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of accounting principles, excellent communication skills, and experience in handling client accounts and team coordination.

Key Responsibilities

Manage daily accounting operations, including payments, receipts, journal entries, and expense recording.

Prepare payment reminders and schedule vendor and client payments.

Follow up with clients through emails and phone calls regarding outstanding payments and invoice acknowledgements.

Prepare customer invoices and ensure timely submission as per project milestones.

Handle supplier payments and cheque preparation with proper approvals.

Process utility payments after obtaining necessary approvals from the Business Development Manager (BDM).

Maintain petty cash records and perform regular reconciliations.

Verify financial transactions and account reconciliations every two days.

Manage the accounting module and ensure proper closing procedures with management approval.

Coordinate finance clearance requests for all departments.

Handle accounts receivable and monitor customer outstanding balances.

Escalate overdue payments (more than 30 days) to management and coordinate client visits for recovery.

Prepare weekly debtor ageing reports and submit detailed receivable reports, including PPM validity.

Verify project cost sheets and ensure financial accuracy.

Submit invoices according to project completion schedules.

Prepare and file GST returns accurately and within statutory deadlines.

Coordinate with clients, vendors, and internal departments for financial documentation.

Support month-end and year-end closing activities.

Ensure compliance with company financial policies and statutory regulations.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Commerce (B.Com), M.Com, MBA Finance, or equivalent.

Minimum 4+ years of experience in Accounting and Finance.

Strong knowledge of GST, TDS, Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), Bank Reconciliation, and Financial Reporting.

Experience with accounting software such as Tally ERP, Zoho Books, QuickBooks, or ERP systems.

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person