job title: junior accountant
location: dalhousie, kolkata
job type: full-time
experience level: 1+ year
job summary: we are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented junior accountant with at least one year of experience to support our accounting team. the ideal candidate will assist in daily financial transactions, reporting, and record-keeping, contributing to the accurate and timely management of company financials.
key responsibilities:
general accounting:
assist in maintaining accurate financial records by posting journal entries, reconciling accounts, and preparing financial statements.
support month-end and year-end closing activities.
prepare and maintain balance sheet schedules and general ledger entries.
accounts payable/receivable:
process and review invoices, payments, and receipts.
ensure that payments are made in a timely and accurate manner.
follow up with vendors and clients for any outstanding payments.
bank reconciliation:
reconcile bank statements and ensure that all discrepancies are identified and resolved.
tax and compliance:
assist with vat/gst returns and other statutory filings as required.
ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
financial reporting:
assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
provide financial analysis to support business decisions.
other duties:
assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
support the finance team with ad-hoc tasks and financial projects.