We are looking for a detail-oriented and responsible Assistant Accountant to handle day-to-day accounting activities for our retail shop. The candidate will be responsible for bank reconciliation, petty cash, cash collection and deposits, cheque handling, ERP entries, short-payment tracking, and maintaining accurate cash and financial records.
Key Responsibilities
Perform regular bank reconciliation and identify discrepancies.
Maintain and reconcile petty cash with proper supporting documents.
Identify, record, and follow up on customer short payments.
Record all financial transactions accurately in the ERP system.
Maintain and verify the shop cash balance on a daily basis.
Verify daily cash collections and arrange timely bank deposits.
Handle and maintain records of cheques received and monitor their clearance.
Ensure physical cash and ERP cash balances are properly tallied.
Prepare daily/periodic cash and accounting reports.
Maintain proper vouchers, documents, and records for audit purposes.
Coordinate with the Corporate Accounts/Finance team regarding accounting discrepancies and reporting.
Requirements
B.Com / M.Com or equivalent qualification.
1–3 years of experience in accounting, retail accounting, or similar roles.
Valuable knowledge of basic accounting principles.
Experience with ERP/accounting software is preferred.
Good knowledge of MS Excel.
Solid numerical and reconciliation skills.
Good attention to detail and documentation.
Ability to handle cash responsibly with integrity.
Good communication and coordination skills.