Key responsibilities
GSTcompliance
Prepare and file monthly and quarterly GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B) for assigned
clients within due dates.
Reconcile input tax credit with GSTR-2B and purchase registers; follow up on
mismatches with vendors.
Assist with annual returns (GSTR-9 / 9C), e-invoicing and e-way bill queries.
Support responses to GST notices and maintain filing records for each client.
TDS compliance
Compute TDS on salaries, contractor, professional, rent and other payments under the
applicable sections.
Prepare challans and track timely deposit of TDS.
File quarterly TDS returns (Form 24Q, 26Q and 27Q where applicable) and correction
returns.
Generate and issue Form 16 / 16A; reconcile with Form 26AS and TRACES data.
Accounting
Maintain books of accounts for clients in Tally (Tally Prime / ERP 9) and Zoho Books.
Record day-to-day transactions: sales, purchases, expenses, payroll entries and journal
adjustments.
Perform bank, vendor and customer ledger reconciliations.
Prepare trial balances and assist in month-end and year-end closing and finalisation of
accounts.
Internal audit — vouching
Vouch transactions against supporting documents (invoices, bills, agreements,
approvals, bank statements).
Check accuracy, authorisation, period and classification of entries in the books.
Test compliance with the client's internal controls and policies.
Document findings in working papers and draft observations for the audit manager.
Stock checks
Conduct and observe physical stock verification at client warehouses, stores and
plants.
Reconcile physical counts with book stock and investigate variances.
Note slow-moving, damaged or obsolete inventory and report discrepancies.
General
Coordinate with client accounts teams for data, documents and clarifications.
Keep track of statutory due dates and maintain an organised compliance calendar.
Assist in statutory and tax audits and other assignments as required.
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Requirements
Qualifications and skills
B.Com / M.Com, or CA Inter / CMA Inter (articleship completed or ongoing is a plus).
1–2 years of hands-on experience in GST and TDS compliance and bookkeeping.
Working knowledge of the GST portal, TRACES, the income tax portal and RPU/FVU
utilities for TDS returns.
Proficiency in Tally Prime and Zoho Books.
Good command of MS Excel: VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables and reconciliations.
Basic understanding of accounting standards, audit procedures and internal controls.
Clear written and spoken communication in English; [regional language] is an
advantage.
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