Accountant

Position: Accountant

Location: Banglore

Qualification: Bachelors in Finance and Accounting

Employment Type: Permanent

Salary: As per company standards and candidate experience

Work schedule: Monday to Saturday

Mode of work: On-site

Job Brief:

Kess Construction is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant with 2–5 years of experience. The ideal candidate should possess hands-on expertise in Tally, GST, and Excel, and will play a vital role in managing daily transactions, compliance filings, and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Daily Financial Operations:

1. Accurately record all financial activities including purchases, payments, receipts, and journal entries in Tally and Excel for day-to-day accounting.
2. Process vendor and employee payments as per schedule and follow up with clients for outstanding collections with proper records.
3. Coordinate with site teams to collect daily purchase bills, verify details, and maintain organized records for accounts and audits.
4. Log daily site expenses into Tally under appropriate heads, ensuring proper classification for each project or department.

• Billing and Client Coordination:

1. Generate client invoices based on project progress and billing terms, ensuring correct values and applicable GST.
2. Communicate billing details, payment reminders, or clarifications through professional email correspondence.

• Compliance and Tax Filing:

1. Prepare monthly GST data, reconcile input/output, and file returns on time as per statutory requirements.
2. Deduct and deposit TDS, ESI, and PT regularly, ensuring accurate records for compliance and audits.
3. Keep track of changes in GST, TDS, and other tax regulations to ensure up-to-date compliance.

• Reporting and Reconciliation:

1. Reconcile ledgers, bank statements, and cash books monthly, resolving any mismatches promptly.
2. Prepare regular reports on profits by branch and quarter to support financial planning and reviews.

Minimum Eligibility Criteria:

1. 5-9 years of relevant experience in finance/accounting roles.
2. Proficient in Tally, GST filing, and basic compliance processes.
3. Strong working knowledge of MS Excel and MS Office tools.
4. Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy.
5. Excellent communication and coordination skills.

Additional Qualifications:

1. Experience in the construction or interior fit-out industry is preferred.
2. Ability to independently manage routine accounting responsibilities.
3. Self-driven with strong organizational and analytical skills.