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 robust 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.