Financial Accountant

Objectives of this role

• Managing and maintaining financial records, including general ledger accounts and financial statements.
• Reviewing financial documents and transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Performing financial analysis and reporting to support business decisions.
• Preparing and reviewing annual/quarterly budgets, forecasts and financial reports.
• Developing and implementing economic policies and procedures in the company.
• Reviewing and processing vendor invoices with accuracy in ERP system.
• Providing timely financial information to support decision-making processes.
• Contributing to the overall financial health and stability of the organisation.

Your tasks

• Prepare and present statements, such as balance sheets, income and cash flow.
• Perform monthly, quarterly and annual financial closing activities.
• Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and studying account information.
• Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances and opportunities for improvement and provide insights to management for decision-making.
• Manage treasury payment issues where applicable, including domestic and foreign payments.
• Ensure that the organisation complies with all financial regulations, including tax laws, accounting standards and reporting requirements in India.

Required skills and qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in accounting or finance.
• Good knowledge in tax and accounting.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, practices and procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial data analysis and reporting.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred skills and qualifications

• Experience in financial analysis and forecasting.
• Knowledge of accounting software.
• Knowledge of IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards).
• Great organisational and time management skills.