Accountant

Job Summary

The Accountant shall be responsible for managing day-to-day accounting operations of the dealership including accounting entries, cash handling, banking, reconciliation, statutory compliance support, vendor payments, customer receipts, and financial reporting while ensuring accuracy, transparency, and adherence to company policies.

Key Responsibilities

1. Accounting & Bookkeeping

Maintain day-to-day accounting records in accounting software / DMS / ERP

Pass journal entries, receipts, payments, contra, and purchase entries

Maintain ledger scrutiny and account reconciliation

Ensure proper documentation and filing of vouchers and invoices

Handle customer receipts, workshop collections, and vehicle booking accounting

2. Banking & Cash Management

Daily bank reconciliation and cash reconciliation

Deposit collections and maintain banking records

Monitor petty cash and advances

Ensure proper accounting of cash inflow and outflow

3. Vendor & Payment Management

Process vendor bills and payment schedules

Maintain outstanding payable records

Coordinate with vendors regarding invoices and payment clarification

Ensure timely release of approved payments

4. GST & Statutory Support

Assist in GST reconciliation and data preparation

Maintain records for TDS, GST, E-invoicing, and statutory compliance

Coordinate with CA/auditors for documentation and reports

Ensure compliance records are maintained properly

5. Dealership Coordination

Coordinate with Sales, Service, Spare Parts, and HR departments for accounting matters

Verify supporting documents before accounting entries

Ensure policy compliance in reimbursements and expenses

6. Reporting & MIS

Prepare daily collection reports and MIS reports

Assist in monthly closing and financial reporting

Maintain accurate reports for management review

Support audits and stock verification activities

Desired Skills & Competencies

Knowledge of accounting principles and bookkeeping

Familiarity with Tally / ERP / DMS / Excel

Good reconciliation and analytical skills

Attention to detail and accuracy

Honest, disciplined, and trustworthy

Good communication and coordination skills

Educational Qualification

B.Com / M.Com / Graduate in Commerce

Knowledge of Tally ERP / GST preferred

Experience

Minimum 2–5 years experience in accounts

Automobile dealership experience preferred

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Financial & Operational

Accuracy of accounting entries

Timely bank reconciliation

Timely vendor payment processing

Cash handling accuracy

MIS submission timelines

Compliance

GST/TDS documentation accuracy

Audit readiness

Proper voucher and invoice maintenance

Behavioral

Attendance & punctuality

Professional conduct

Coordination with departments

Confidentiality and integrity

Additional Conditions

Any financial discrepancy, unauthorized transaction, or policy violation may attract disciplinary action as per company policy.

Annual appraisal, if any, shall be subject to performance, professional conduct, attendance consistency, and management approval.