Accountant

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to manage the day-to-day accounting and financial operations of our car rental business. The ideal candidate should have sound knowledge of accounting principles, GST, TDS, payroll, vendor payments, and financial reporting. Experience in the transportation or car rental industry will be an added advantage.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Finance

• Maintain day-to-day accounting transactions in Tally ERP/Tally Prime.
• Prepare and maintain Cash Book, Bank Book, Purchase Book, Sales Book, and General Ledger.
• Perform bank reconciliations and monitor daily cash flow.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.

Billing & Receivables

• Generate customer invoices for daily rentals, monthly rentals, airport transfers, and corporate bookings.
• Monitor customer receivables and follow up for timely collections.
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Maintain ageing reports for outstanding payments.

Payables & Vendor Management

• Process vendor invoices and ensure timely payments.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve payment-related issues.
• Maintain records of vehicle owners, chauffeurs, and other service providers.

Taxation & Compliance

• Prepare and file GST returns accurately and within due dates.
• Deduct and deposit TDS as per applicable provisions.
• Prepare and file TDS returns.
• Ensure compliance with Income Tax, GST, and other statutory regulations.
• Coordinate with auditors, tax consultants, and government authorities during audits and assessments.

Payroll

• Process monthly payroll for employees and chauffeurs.
• Calculate salaries, overtime, reimbursements, incentives, and statutory deductions.
• Maintain employee salary records and compliance.

MIS & Reporting

• Prepare monthly MIS reports, P&L statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports.
• Provide financial analysis to management for decision-making.
• Monitor operational expenses and suggest cost-control measures.

General Responsibilities

• Maintain proper filing of financial documents and records.
• Assist during internal and statutory audits.
• Ensure confidentiality of financial information.
• Support management in budgeting and financial planning.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Commerce (B.Com) or equivalent.
• M.Com, MBA (Finance), CA Inter, or CMA will be an added advantage.
• 2–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in the car rental, transportation, logistics, or travel industry.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Tally Prime/ERP.
• Strong knowledge of MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, MIS reporting).
• Working knowledge of GST, TDS, Income Tax, and payroll processing.
• Experience with e-invoicing and e-way bill generation (where applicable).
• Familiarity with accounting standards and statutory compliance.

Key Skills

• Financial Accounting
• GST & TDS Compliance
• Accounts Receivable & Payable
• Bank Reconciliation
• Payroll Processing
• MIS Reporting
• Vendor & Client Reconciliation
• Attention to Detail
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
• Time Management
• Communication & Coordination

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timely and accurate invoicing.
• On-time GST and TDS filings with zero compliance defaults.
• Accurate financial reporting and reconciliations.
• Efficient receivables collection and reduced outstanding dues.
• Timely vendor payments.
• Accurate payroll processing.
• Successful completion of audits without major observations.
• Compliance with company financial policies and statutory requirements.