Accountant

ROLE OBJECTIVE:

Managing day-to-day accounting operations, maintaining financial records, supporting month-end closing activities, and ensuring compliance with internal financial policies and statutory requirements. The role requires strong attention to detail, accuracy, and coordination with internal departments.

1. Core Accounting Operations
   
2. Maintain accurate books of accounts as per accounting standards
   
3. Record daily financial transactions including purchase, sales, receipts, payments, and journal entries
   
4. Ensure proper accounting of manufacturing expenses and overheads
   

2. Costing & Manufacturing Finance

• Assist in preparation and monitoring of product costing (raw material, labour, overheads)
  
• Analyse production costs and identify cost-saving opportunities
  
• Support standard costing and variance analysis (material, labour, overhead variances)
  
• Track cost per unit and support pricing decisions
  

3. Inventory & Stock Accounting

• Maintain accurate inventory records in coordination with store/warehouse
  
• Reconcile physical stock with system records
  
• Monitor raw material consumption, WIP (Work in Progress), and finished goods valuation
  
• Assist in stock audits and cycle counts
  

4. Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Process supplier invoices related to raw materials, consumables, and services
  
• Ensure timely payments to vendors and reconciliation of accounts
  
• Monitor customer receivables and follow up for collections
  
• Maintain aging reports for payables and receivables
  

5. Financial Reporting & MIS

• Prepare monthly MIS reports including production cost reports and financial summaries
  
• Assist in preparation of profit & loss account and balance sheet
  
• Provide financial insights to management for operational decisions
  

6. Budgeting & Cost Control

• Assist in annual budgeting and production cost planning
  
• Track budget vs actual expenses and highlight deviations
  
• Support management in controlling manufacturing overheads
  

7. Audit & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls
  
• Support internal and external audits by providing required data
  
• Maintain proper documentation for audit readiness
  

8. Coordination with Departments

• Work closely with Production, Stores, Purchase, and HR departments
  
• Verify material usage, purchase orders, and job work records
  
• Ensure smooth financial flow across manufacturing operations
  

9. Key Skills & Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of cost accounting and inventory management
  
• Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software (ERP, Tally, SAP preferred)
  
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and cost structures
  
• Strong analytical and reporting skills
  
• Attention to detail and accuracy
  

Requirements