Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Overview of the Role

The Senior Accountant at Exospace is responsible for managing the organization's financial operations, ensuring accuracy in accounting records, statutory compliance, financial reporting, and supporting business decisions through timely financial insights. The role involves overseeing day-to-day accounting activities, maintaining financial controls, coordinating audits, and ensuring compliance with applicable tax and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Maintain accurate books of accounts and ensure all financial transactions are recorded correctly.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Monitor the general ledger, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Ensure timely month-end and year-end closing activities.

2. Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Manage vendor payments and customer receivables.
• Verify invoices, purchase bills, and supporting documents before processing payments.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up for timely collections.
• Reconcile customer and vendor accounts regularly.

3. Taxation & Statutory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with GST, TDS, Income Tax, PF, ESI, Professional Tax, and other statutory regulations.
• Prepare and file statutory returns within prescribed timelines.
• Coordinate with auditors, tax consultants, and government authorities whenever required.
• Maintain statutory records and compliance documentation.

4. Banking & Cash Flow Management

• Perform bank reconciliations and monitor daily cash flow.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and support financial planning.
• Manage fund transfers, banking transactions, and payment approvals.
• Ensure proper maintenance of petty cash and expense records.

5. Audit & Internal Controls

• Assist in internal and statutory audits by preparing required financial documents.
• Implement and maintain internal financial controls and accounting procedures.
• Identify financial risks and recommend process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

6. Team Coordination & Support

• Guide and support junior accounting staff in daily accounting activities.
• Coordinate with HR, Operations, Sales, and Management for financial requirements.
• Provide financial data and reports to management for decision-making.
• Support budgeting and financial planning initiatives.

Required Skills & Experience

• Financial Accounting
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, bookkeeping, financial reporting, and preparation of financial statements.
• Taxation & Compliance
• Hands-on experience with GST, TDS, Income Tax, statutory filings, and regulatory compliance.
• ERP & Accounting Software
• Proficiency in Tally Prime, MS Excel, and other accounting or ERP software.
• Analytical Skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Communication & Coordination
• Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and manage external stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or a related field (B.Com, M.Com, MBA Finance, CA Inter/CMA Inter preferred).
• 4–8 years of relevant experience in accounting, finance, or taxation.
• Experience in the real estate, coworking, or service industry will be an added advantage.