Accounts Executive

Job Title: Accounts Executive

Experience: 2–3 Years

Location: Bengaluru

Department: Finance & Accounts

About SFL:

SFL is a leading multi-sport academy network offering professional coaching across Football, Tennis, Chess, and more. We combine elite infrastructure, certified coaching, and a digital-first approach to help children grow through sport.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant with 2–3 years of hands-on experience in accounting, taxation, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate should be well-versed in accounting software like Zoho and Tally, and possess strong knowledge of GST, TDS, and Income Tax compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping records
• Handle accounting entries, journal postings, and ledger scrutiny
• Work extensively on Zoho Books and Tally ERP for accounting operations
• Prepare and file GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, reconciliation, etc.)
• Manage TDS compliance, including deduction, payment, and return filing
• Assist in Income Tax return (ITR) preparation and filing
• Perform bank reconciliations and vendor/customer reconciliations
• Prepare MIS reports and financial summaries for management
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and timelines
• Assist in audits (internal/statutory) and provide necessary documentation
• Maintain proper documentation and filing of financial records

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce (B.Com) or related field
• 2–3 years of relevant accounting experience
• Strong working knowledge of:
• Zoho Books
• Tally ERP
• GST and TDS regulations
• Income Tax basics
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, basic formulas)
• Good understanding of accounting principles and standards
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks

Good to Have (Preferred Skills):

• Experience in Zoho ecosystem (Zoho Expense, Zoho Inventory, etc.)
• Exposure to payroll processing and compliance (PF, ESIC)
• Knowledge of budgeting and forecasting
• Familiarity with audit processes and internal controls
• Experience in handling vendor payments and invoice processing

Behavioral Competencies:

• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Good communication and coordination skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues

Compensation:

As per industry standards

Sports For Life (SFL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to conduct an objective recruitment process based on the requirements and merit of the candidates. It is against the policy to reject any candidate based on their gender, caste, race, sex, disability, colour, religion, creed or sexual orientation.

SFL has a zero-tolerance policy against any form of child abuse and harassment.