Senior Accountant T500-19578

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About Smith & Howard:

Founded over half a century ago, on the guiding vision of Jim Howard and Joe Smith, Smith + Howard has grown into a family of companies serving clients across the globe through our tax, accounting and advisory solutions. The company has been dedicated to empowering businesses and individuals to achieve their financial goals through their personal and responsive client service. Smith + Howard is proud to have helped countless entrepreneurs find success and build thriving businesses. At Smith + Howard's integrated Indian hub in Bengaluru, Smith + Howard Advisory LLC, is focused on ushering in the next wave of innovation in the accounting industry. If you're eager to work on challenging projects in the global audit, tax and accounting space, this is your chance to join a truly remarkable team.

Job Title: Senior Accountant

Location: Bangalore

Reports To: Accounting Manager / Controller

Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Senior Accountant to join our team, for internal accounting of US and Indian Entities. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing accounts payable, Accounts Receivable, Supporting the Month end close activities and providing essential financial reporting. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy of financial data and compliance with internal policies and accounting principles.

Key Responsibilities: For both Indian and US subsidiaries.

Accounts Payable:

• Process accounts payable and expense management using approved software (BILL.com, Tipalti, and Divvy, Ramp, Expensify, concor etc.,)
• Ensure all transactions have supporting documentation attached in NetSuite.

Accounting and Reconciliations:

• Manage Accounts Receivable, including receipt of payments and recording deposits in NetSuite and other respective software.
• Reconcile all monthly bank, credit card, and loan payable account statements while managing all bank feed activity.
• Prepare schedules / work papers, maintain supporting documentation, and record month-end entries for:
• Investments / Liabilities (US Bank monthly, Alternative quarterly, Perpetual Trust, and Bonds)
• Fixed Assets / Construction in Progress (CIP) tracking
• Earned Revenue
• Pledge Receivables
• Prepaid and accrued expenses work paper and entries.
• Prepare payroll entries.
• Track and reconcile Pledge Receivables monthly and review for collectability.
• Assist treasury management with approved money movements, including working capital transfers, endowment fund transfers, bond escrows, and ACH payments for CIP.
• Review and reconcile all other ad hoc balance sheet accounts annually, including allowances for doubtful accounts and discounts on pledge receivables.

Reporting:

• Prepare and distribute monthly Budget vs. Actual Reports by department, including:
• Statement of Activity and Expense level detail for month-end
• Statement of Activity Year-to-Date
• Department records with actual transaction details by month for reference
• Annually, load the full budget by department by account into QBS.
• Maintain new asset roll-forward schedules throughout the year for each annual audit.
• Provide support and customized monthly reporting for Home & School, Green & White, and other parent / school programs.
• Deliver monthly financial reporting with commentary for the Business Office.

Tax and compliance:

• Hands on experience in Indian taxation and compliances like TDS, GST, PF, ESI and other statutory monthly and annual filings.

Qualifications & Skills:

• B'Com, BBA or MBA.
• Minimum of 5-10 years years of experience in accounting with US clients as well with Indian companies. Preferably with Consulting firms.
• Proficiency in NetSuite, QuickBooks (QBS), Bill.com Divvy, Concor and other relevant accounting software a plus.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to analyze financial data and provide strategic recommendations.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with multiple pay streams, reconciliations, and financial audits.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits:

• Transport Allowance: Convenient transportation options provided to and from the office
• Meals: Complimentary meals ( one time) provided during working hours
• Shift Timings: 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (5 days a week in the office, not a remote or hybrid position)
• Additional Perks: Opportunities for professional growth, skill development, and mentoring within a supportive and dynamic team.