Senior Accountant (Kolkata)
Senior Accountant (Kolkata)
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05-09-2025
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Job Description
senior accountant manages a companys financial activities including preparing financial statements performing financial analysis overseeing accounting operations and ensuring compliance with accounting principles and regulations. Key duties involve supervising junior staff maintaining general ledger accounts reconciling accounts assisting with audits supporting budgeting and forecasting and recommending improvements to accounting systems. Essential qualifications include a bachelors degree in accounting or finance strong analytical skills advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency knowledge of GAAP and often a CPA designation.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting:
Prepare monthly quarterly and annual financial statements and reports.
Account Management:
Oversee and reconcile general ledger accounts accounts payable and accounts receivable.
Financial Analysis:
Analyze financial data to assess financial status spot discrepancies and provide reports to management.
Auditing and Compliance:
Support internal and external audits ensure compliance with accounting standards (GAAP) and help with tax returns and audits.
Process Improvement:
Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems procedures and internal controls.
Budgeting & Forecasting:
Assist with the preparation and analysis of budgets and financial forecasts.
Team Leadership:
Train mentor and supervise junior accounting staff planning and reviewing their work.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Education: Bachelors degree in accounting or finance is typically required.
Certifications: A CPA (Certified Public Accountant) designation is often preferred.
Technical Skills: Advanced knowledge of accounting software (like QuickBooks) and strong skills in Microsoft Excel (including VLOOKUPs and PivotTables).
Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to manage complex data and identify errors.
Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and precision in all accounting tasks.
Accounting Knowledge: In-depth understanding of GAAP principles and general accounting procedures.
back office is the portion of a company made up of administration and support personnel who are not client-facing. Back-office functions include settlements, clearances, record maintenance, regulatory compliance, accounting, and IT services.
Education
Graduate
Employment Type
Full Time
Key Skills
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