Senior Accountant

About Us:

We are on a mission to bring style, comfort, and confidence to every individual. We are a digital-first direct-to-consumer apparel brand that is bringing bottom wear with the highest quality fabrics and international fashion trends to our customers.

Job Summary:

We seek an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead our Accounts Payable and Indirect Taxes functions. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience in managing the entire AP lifecycle, from expense booking to vendor payments, as well as a strong command of TDS and GST compliances, particularly regarding Input Tax Credit (ITC) claims.

Industry Background: D2C / Ecommerce / Retail / Manufacturing

Key Responsibilities:

• Accounts Payable Management: Oversee the end-to-end Accounts Payable process, including invoice processing, expense booking, vendor reconciliation, and payment runs.
• Ensure all invoices are properly coded, authorized, and entered into Tally in a timely and accurate manner.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors, addressing and resolving any billing or payment inquiries promptly.
• Manage and track employee expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies.

GST Compliance:

• Manage all aspects of GST compliance, with a primary focus on maximizing and correctly claiming Input Tax Credit (ITC).
• Perform monthly reconciliation of GSTR-2B with the Purchase Register and ensure timely action on discrepancies.
• Oversee the preparation and filing of monthly/quarterly GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B) and annual returns (GSTR-9, 9C) as applicable.
• Stay updated on the latest GST regulations, notifications, and amendments to ensure full compliance and optimize tax positions.
• Handle any GST-related notices or queries from tax authorities.

TDS Compliance:

• Ensure timely and accurate calculation and deduction of TDS on all applicable payments.
• Prepare and file quarterly TDS returns (Form 26Q/24Q) within statutory deadlines.
• Generate and issue TDS certificates (Form 16A) to vendors and employees.
• Handle any TDS-related notices or queries from tax authorities.

Tally Implementation & Process Improvement:

• Utilize extensive experience with Tally to design and implement efficient workflows and processes for Accounts Payable and tax compliance.
• Drive Tally-based projects for process automation, reporting enhancements, and better control mechanisms, particularly for GST and TDS reporting.
• Provide training and support to team members on Tally usage and best practices.

Team Management & Leadership:

• Supervise and mentor a small team of accounts professionals, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
• Allocate tasks and monitor team performance to ensure deadlines are met and quality standards are maintained.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment.

Reporting and Reconciliation:

• Prepare and analyze various AP and tax-related reports, including aging reports, vendor balances, and GST reconciliations.
• Perform regular reconciliation of vendor accounts, bank statements, GSTR ledgers, and General Ledger accounts.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities related to Accounts Payable and tax liabilities.

Audit and Internal Controls:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external audits related to Accounts Payable and indirect taxes.
• Ensure all processes and documentation are in compliance with internal controls and company policies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Accounting, or a related field. Professional certification (e.g., CA Inter, CMA Inter) is a significant plus.
• Minimum of 4-5 years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable, with at least 2-3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Extensive, hands-on experience with Tally ERP 9 and/or Tally Prime is preferred, including implementation, customization, and advanced reporting.
• Deep knowledge and proven experience in managing GST compliance, with a specific focus on Input Tax Credit (ITC) claims and reconciliations.
• Strong knowledge of Indian accounting standards and direct tax laws, particularly related to TDS.
• Proven experience with the full TDS compliance cycle, from deduction to filing.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a team.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

What can you expect from us:

• Work in a young, fast paced organization and closely with the leadership team.
• Opportunity to learn from industry experience.
• Market comparable compensation and a fun, friendly work environment.