1. Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to manage the complete accounting cycle, from recording financial transactions to preparing financial statements, managing cash flow, and supporting financial planning and analysis.

The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of end-to-end accounting, general ledger management, accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, month-end and year-end closing, financial reporting, budgeting, and cost management and control.

The candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards and tax regulations, monitoring expenses, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and providing meaningful financial insights to support management decision-making.Key responsibilities .

Candidates with prior experience working as a CFO for a small business or organization will be preferred

2. Roles and Responsibilities:

- End-to-End Accounting :
- Manage the complete accounting cycle.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date books of accounts in accordance with applicable accounting standards and company policies.
- Handle accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) and Monitor accounts payable and receivable aging and follow up on overdue balances.
- Ensure proper documentation and supporting records for all financial transactions.
- Identify and resolve discrepancies in accounting records and investigate unusual transactions.

Month-End and Year-End Closing:

- Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities.
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate variances.
- Prepare month-end & year-end closing schedules and supporting documentation.
- Coordinate with internal teams, external accountants,



and auditors to complete closing activities on time.
- Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records before finalizing the books.

Financial Reporting and Analysis:

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including:

- Profit and Loss Statement (P&L;).
- Balance Sheet.
- Cash Flow Statement.
- Prepare management reports highlighting financial performance, profitability, and areas requiring attention.
- Provide financial data and insights to management to support business planning and decision-making.
- Monitor budget utilization and report potential overspending to management.

Cost Management and Cost Control :

- Monitor operating expenses and ensure that costs are accurately recorded under the appropriate general ledger accounts and cost centers.
- Analyze expenses by department, project, property, business unit, or other relevant cost categories.
- Prepare monthly cost reports comparing actual expenses against budgets, forecasts, and previous periods.
- Monitor fixed and variable costs to identify opportunities for cost optimization.
- Establish and maintain expense monitoring schedules and cost control reports.
- Recommend improvements in accounting processes and internal controls to reduce financial leakage and unnecessary expenditure
- Track the financial impact of cost-saving initiatives and report realized savings to management.





Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical Skills:

- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
- Proficiency in accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations.
- Experience preparing and reviewing financial statements.
- Ability to perform budget-versus-actual analysis and investigate financial variances.
- Knowledge of cost allocation, expense tracking, and cost control techniques.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, lookup functions, and financial data analysis.
- Knowledge of applicable taxation, compliance requirements, and audit procedures.
- Ability to prepare clear financial reports and explain financial results to management.
- Management reports highlighting financial risks, unusual expenses, and opportunities for improvement.

Educational Qualifications:

- B.COM, M.COM/ CPA/ CA or equivalent accounting/finance qualification.

Professional Experience :

- 5-7 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in an end-to-end accounting role.

- Demonstrated experience in general ledger accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, and period-end closing.

- Practical experience in expense analysis, budget monitoring, and cost control.

- Ability to independently identify and resolve accounting discrepancies

- Valuable written and verbal English communication skills

- Ability to work independently in a remote environment

- Ability to communicate professionally with a U.S.-based team

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with U.S.-based clients or companies

Knowledge of U.S. accounting practices.

Experience with U.S. invoicing and accounting processes

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