Job Title: Accountant
Location:
Chennai, IN
Reference No: 3349
Office Type
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Role Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and tech-forward Accounts & Finance Executive to manage vendor invoice processing, payment reconciliation, bank reconciliation statements (BRS), and general accounting functions. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting foundation combined with a working knowledge of AI tools and process automation to drive efficiency in daily financial operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Vendor Invoice Processing
- Receive, verify, and process vendor invoices in a timely and accurate manner
- Maintain vendor master data and ensure proper invoice coding and approvals
- Resolve invoice discrepancies and liaise with vendors and internal teams for timely resolution
- Ensure compliance with GST/TDS and other statutory requirements on vendor payments
- Payment Reconciliation
- Process vendor payments (NEFT/RTGS/cheque/online transfers) within defined timelines
- Reconcile vendor ledgers and ensure all outstanding payments are tracked and settled
- Prepare aging analysis of accounts payable and highlight overdue balances
- Coordinate with banks and vendors to resolve payment discrepancies
- Bank Reconciliation Statement (BRS)
- Prepare daily/weekly/monthly BRS for all company bank accounts
- Identify and resolve unreconciled entries promptly
- Maintain records of outstanding, deposits in transit, and bank charges
- Basic Accounting & Reconciliation
- Pass journal entries for vendor payments, prepayments, accruals, and adjustments
- Maintain accounts payable (AP) sub-ledger and reconcile with the general ledger (GL)
- Assist in monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities
- Support statutory audits and internal audits by providing required data and schedules
- Maintain accurate records for all financial transactions in ERP/accounting software
Required Qualifications & Skills
Education
- B.Com / M.Com / MBA (Finance) or equivalent accounting qualification
- CA Inter / CMA Inter preferred (not mandatory)
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in accounting software: SAP
- Strong working knowledge of MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, formulas)
- Basic understanding of AI tools (ChatGPT, Copilot, AI-based invoice tools)
- Exposure to automation tools such as Power Automate, Zapier, or RPA platforms is an advantage
Core Competencies
- Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to handle high volumes of invoices and meet payment deadlines
- Strong communication skills for vendor and internal stakeholder coordination
- Proactive mindset with willingness to learn and adopt new technologies
- Team player with ability to work independently under minimal supervision
Experience
Area
Minimum Experience
Vendor Invoice Processing & AP
4+ Years
Bank Reconciliation (BRS)
2+ Years
Accounting & GL Reconciliation
2+ Years
AI Tools / Automation
Basic working knowledge preferred
