🗃️ accountant cum cashier job description
the role of an accountant cum cashier is a combined position commonly found in small to medium-sized enterprises (smes) or branch offices where a clear separation of financial duties is not practical. this role requires a blend of cash-handling (front-office) and bookkeeping (back-office) responsibilities, demanding high integrity, attention to detail, and numerical accuracy.
i. core responsibilities
the primary duties of an accountant cum cashier are split into two main areas: cashiering and accounting.
1. cashiering and treasury management
transaction processing: process and record daily financial transactions, including receiving payments (cash, checks, credit cards, mobile payments) and issuing receipts and invoices accurately.
cash management: manage and maintain the petty cash fund, ensuring all disbursements are properly documented with valid vouchers and approved requests.
daily reconciliation: count, verify, and reconcile the daily cash balance and transactions against the point of sale (pos) system or cash book entries. prepare daily cash reports for submission to the management or senior accountant.
banking: prepare and ensure timely and accurate bank deposits.
2. accounting and bookkeeping
data entry: document financial transactions by posting entries into the accounting software (., tally, quickbooks) for sales, expenses, and liabilities.
documentation: organize and maintain all financial documentation, including receipts, invoices, vouchers, and bank statements, ensuring they are filed correctly and available for audit.
accounts receivable/payable support: assist with the accounts receivable and payable functions, which may include checking and verifying the validity of invoices from vendors and contractors.
reconciliation: assist the senior accounting team in performing bank reconciliations and general ledger reconciliations.
reporting: prepare basic financial summaries or special reports, such as expense vs. budget reports, as required by management.
compliance support: assist with gathering information and documentation for tax filings (., gst/vat, tds) and internal/external audits.
ii. key requirements and skills
education: a bachelor's degree in accounting, commerce (), finance, or a related field is typically preferred.
experience: previous experience in a cashiering, bookkeeping, or junior accounting role is highly desirable.
software proficiency: proficiency with ms office suite, particularly excel, and hands-on experience with relevant accounting software (., tally, sap, quickbooks) is often mandatory.
numerical and analytical skills: strong command of basic arithmetic and the ability to detect and resolve discrepancies swiftly.
integrity and accuracy: the highest level of honesty, integrity, and attention to detail is required, given the direct responsibility for handling company funds.
communication: good interpersonal and communication skills are needed, especially in roles that involve customer interaction during the cashiering function.
Experience
3 - 5 Years
No. of Openings
1
Education
B.Com, Any Bachelor Degree, M.Com
Role
Accountant Cum Cashier
Industry Type
Banking / Financial Services / Stock Broking
Gender
[ Male / Female ]
Job Country
India
Type of Job
Full Time
Work Location Type
Work from Office
Face interview location
Impact HR and KM Solutions Near Canada Corner Signal Ravi Chambers Basements Below Laminate Gallery