Accontant (Finance & Accounts)

Senior Accountant

Location: Chennai

Experience: 3–5 Years

CTC: ₹6.06 LPA

Notice Period: 0–30 Days

Job Summary

We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting activities and support month-end closing, reconciliations, payroll accounting, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of accounting principles, hands-on General Ledger experience, and good proficiency in MS Excel.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain General Ledger (GL) accounting and ensure accurate recording of financial transactions.
• Handle month-end closing activities, including journal entries, accruals, provisions, and account reviews.
• Perform regular bank, ledger, balance sheet, and other account reconciliations.
• Support payroll accounting, including payroll-related journal entries and reconciliations.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly and periodic financial reports.
• Review accounting transactions for accuracy and ensure compliance with accounting principles and internal processes.
• Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies and reconciliation issues.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with audit requirements and provide relevant schedules and supporting information.
• Prepare and analyze accounting data using MS Excel.
• Coordinate with internal teams to obtain required financial information and resolve accounting-related queries.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong hands-on experience in General Ledger accounting and month-end closing.
• Good knowledge of account reconciliations and payroll accounting.
• Experience supporting financial reporting.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Good proficiency in MS Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and meet month-end deadlines.
• Candidates should be based in Chennai or be willing to relocate.
• Candidates with a 0–30 day notice period will be preferred.

Key Skills

General Ledger | Month-End Closing | Account Reconciliation | Payroll Accounting | Financial Reporting | MS Excel | Accounting Principles | Journal Entries | Financial Analysis

Ideal Candidate

A candidate with 3–5 years of hands-on accounting experience, strong GL and month-end closing exposure, excellent reconciliation skills, and familiarity with payroll accounting and financial reporting would be an ideal fit for this position.