Accountant

This job description is for the accountant position at Rotortech Energy Solutions Private Limited in Mumbai, India, a dynamic, rapidly growing organisation in the energy sector known for innovation, quality, and reliability. As part of our continued expansion, we are seeking a candidate familiar with Zoho Books who will manage end-to-end accounting functions, ensuring compliance with Indian regulations (GST, TDS, Companies Act) and supporting project-specific financial analysis. 

Job Description: Accountant

Company: Rotortech Energy Solutions Private Limited

Location: Malad, Mumbai, India

Software Proficiency: Mandatory expertise in Zoho Books and MS Excel. 

Core Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping and General Accounting:
• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including recording all financial transactions (income, expenses, assets, liabilities) accurately in Zoho Books.
• Maintain the general ledger, journal entries, and the chart of accounts within Zoho Books.
• Perform timely bank reconciliations and vendor and customer ledger reconciliations.
• Accounts Payable (AP) & Accounts Receivable (AR):
• Handle the full cycle of AP and AR, ensuring timely processing of vendor bills and client invoices.
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding receivables to maintain healthy cash flow.
• Process employee expense claims and manage petty cash.
• Taxation and Compliance (Indian Laws):
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax consultants to prepare and file monthly Goods and Services Tax (GST) returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B), ensuring compliance and reconciliation with GSTR-2B data.
• Ensure accurate deduction, payment, and return filing for Tax Deducted at Source (TDS).
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax consultants to assist with the preparation of tax workings for Advance Tax and ensure overall compliance with the Companies Act and Income Tax Act.
• Financial Reporting and Analysis:
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax consultants to assist in the month-end and year-end financial closing processes.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax consultants to prepare key financial statements, including the Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss Account (Income Statement), and Cash Flow Statement.
• Generate and present monthly Management Information System (MIS) reports to management, highlighting key financial insights, trends, and variances.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Renewable Energy Sector Specific Tasks:
• Track project-wise costs, revenue, and profitability for solar or other renewable energy projects using Zoho Books' project and inventory management features.
• Liaise with project managers and engineering teams to ensure accurate project accounting and billing.
• Auditing and Documentation:
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax consultants, providing necessary data and reports from Zoho Books for statutory and tax audits.
• Maintain meticulous documentation of all invoices, purchase orders, contracts, and payment vouchers as per audit requirements. 

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Commerce, or Finance. Professional certifications (e.g., CA Inter) are a plus.
• Experience: Minimum 2-4 years of relevant accounting experience in a private limited company, preferably within the energy or infrastructure sector.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in Zoho Books is mandatory; experience with other ERP software is a benefit.
• Strong MS Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, etc.) for data analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with the specifics of Indian accounting standards and tax laws (GST, TDS).
• Soft Skills:
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• • Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with various departments and external stakeholders.