Senior Accountant

Position: Senior Accountant

Location: India

Experience: 5–6 Years

Qualification: CA Appeared / Semi-Qualified CA

Industry Preference: UK Accounting / Outsourcing / Finance & Accounts

About the Role

We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant with strong exposure to UK accounting practices, Indian taxation, GST, payroll processing, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience managing end-to-end accounting operations for UK-based clients along with compliance requirements in India.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end bookkeeping and accounting for UK-based clients
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Handle Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), bank reconciliations, and general ledger activities
• Prepare and review MIS reports and management accounts
• Work on UK accounting standards and compliance requirements
• Manage India taxation, GST filings, TDS, and statutory compliances
• Process payroll and ensure timely salary disbursement and statutory deductions
• Coordinate with auditors, tax consultants, and external stakeholders
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance of financial records
• Maintain documentation and accounting controls
• Assist in process improvements and automation initiatives

Required Skills & Experience

• CA Appeared / Semi-Qualified CA
• 5–6 years of relevant accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of UK accounting and bookkeeping practices
• Good understanding of Indian taxation, GST, TDS, and payroll
• Hands-on experience with accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, Tally, or similar ERP systems
• Strong Excel and reporting skills
• Excellent analytical and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple clients/tasks and meet deadlines

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with UK clients or accounting outsourcing firms
• Knowledge of VAT returns and UK payroll is an added advantage
• Familiarity with cloud accounting platforms
• Team handling or mentoring experience preferred

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and growth opportunities
• Exposure to international accounting practices
• Collaborative and professional work environment
• Learning and career development opportunities