XFactor Talent
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xfactortalent.com
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Role Overview
We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Senior Accountant (ideally Semi-Qualified Chartered Accountant) to join our Finance team. This role offers strong exposure across core accounting functions — including month-end close, accounts payable and receivable, billing, and financial reporting — making it an excellent stepping stone for candidates actively pursuing their CA Final qualification.
You will work closely with the senior finance team to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records, support audit processes, and contribute to robust financial controls across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
General Accounting & Month-End Close
- Maintain and update the general ledger on a daily and monthly basis.
- Execute the full month-end and year-end close process within defined timelines.
- Prepare and post journal entries including accruals, prepayments, provisions, and adjustments.
- Perform trial balance review — identify, investigate, and resolve variances and anomalies.
- Ensure accurate ledger classification across cost centres, entities, and departments.
Accounts Payable (AP)
- Process vendor invoices and purchase orders in accordance with approval workflows.
- Verify invoices against purchase orders and delivery receipts (3-way matching).
- Manage vendor payments, track due dates, and ensure timely disbursements.
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice disputes or discrepancies.
- Maintain up-to-date vendor master data and payment terms in the ERP system.
Accounts Receivable (AR)
- Raise customer invoices accurately and in a timely manner as per agreed billing schedules.
- Monitor outstanding receivables, follow up on overdue accounts, and manage collections.
- Post customer receipts and allocate payments against open invoices.
- Prepare and circulate accounts receivable ageing reports to relevant stakeholders.
- Liaise with sales and operations teams to resolve billing queries and disputes.
Billing & Revenue Processing
- Manage end-to-end billing processes including invoice generation, approval, and dispatch.
- Ensure billing accuracy against contracts, purchase orders, and service agreements.
- Track deferred revenue, advance receipts, and credit/debit note issuance.
- Support the implementation and compliance of billing controls and SOPs.
Bank & Balance Sheet Reconciliations
- Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations across all company accounts.
- Reconcile key balance sheet accounts including advances, deposits, inter-company, and provisions.
- Flag and resolve unreconciled items within agreed timelines.
Reporting & MIS
- Prepare monthly MIS reports including P&L summaries, cost analysis, and variance commentary.
- Assist in cash flow tracking and working capital reporting.
- Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reports as required by the Finance Manager or CFO.
Requirements
Qualification
- CA Intermediate (IPCC) — both groups cleared. CA Final candidates preferred.
- Articleship completed with a CA firm or in an industry role (Big 4 / mid-tier firm experience is a plus).
- B.Com / M.Com as an undergraduate base is typical; not mandatory.
Experience
- 1–3 years of relevant experience in accounting, finance operations, or a related function.
- Hands-on exposure to core accounting processes — AP, AR, month-end close, reconciliations.
- Prior industry experience in manufacturing, services, fintech, or a mid-to-large corporate is preferred.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in ERP systems — Tally Prime, SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics.
- Strong working knowledge of GST, TDS, and Indian tax compliance frameworks.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills: pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial modelling basics.
- Familiarity with Ind AS / AS accounting standards.
Soft Skills
- High attention to detail with a strong ownership mindset.
- Structured analytical thinking and ability to resolve discrepancies independently.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet strict month-end deadlines.
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