Job Title: Accounts Executive (Accounts Payable & Receivable)
Location: Mumbai Maharashtra
Experience: 2-3 years
Job Type: Full-time
About the Role: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Executive to join our finance team in Mumbai. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of proven experience in managing both Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy of financial records streamlining payment processes and contributing to the overall financial health of the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounts Payable (AP):
- Process and verify vendor invoices ensuring accuracy proper coding and adherence to company policies.
- Track and record payments due to vendors ensuring timely processing and disbursements.
- Reconcile vendor statements with internal records to identify and resolve discrepancies.
- Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment status and account information.
- Assist in preparing purchase orders and managing vendor records.
- Support in maintaining proper documentation for all AP transactions.
Accounts Receivable (AR):
- Prepare and issue accurate and timely invoices to clients.
- Process and record incoming payments from customers.
- Monitor customer accounts for overdue payments and conduct regular follow-ups via phone email and other communication channels.
- Reconcile customer accounts and resolve any discrepancies or billing issues.
- Assist in preparing aging reports for receivables to track outstanding balances.
- Maintain strong client relationships to facilitate smooth payment processes.
General Accounting & Reporting:
- Update records in accounting software (e.g. Tally ERP9 QuickBooks SAP or similar).
- Maintain the general ledger and ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded.
- Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities.
- Support in preparing financial statements reports and summaries (e.g. cash flow balance sheet).
- Assist in preparing and submitting tax returns (TDS GST) and other statutory filings.
- Participate in internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and information.
- Manage petty cash and maintain proper documentation of expenses.
- Perform bank reconciliations to ensure consistency between bank statements and company records.
- Organize and maintain financial documents and files for easy access and reference.
- Perform other ad-hoc tasks as assigned by the Finance Manager/Supervisor.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Commerce Accounting Finance or a related field.
- 2-3 years of hands-on experience in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
- Proficiency in accounting software (Tally ERP9 is often preferred in Mumbai; knowledge of other ERP systems is a plus).
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite especially MS Excel (for data analysis reconciliation and reporting).
- Solid understanding of accounting principles financial reporting and tax regulations (GST TDS).
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a deadline-driven environment.
- High degree of integrity and ability to handle confidential financial information.