Accounts Executive

JOB DESCRIPTION

Accounts Executive – Financial Reporting, Compliance & Forecasting

Company: Katalysst CPG Consultants LLP

Department: Finance & Accounts

Location: World Trade Center, Bengaluru

Experience: 3–5 Years

Employment Type: Full-Time

Reporting To: Finance Head

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Executive who can independently manage end-to-end accounting and finance operations of the organization.

The candidate will be responsible for the complete accounting cycle, including bookkeeping, AP/AR, bank and ledger reconciliation, GST/TDS, month-end closing, MIS, financial reporting, audit coordination, budgeting and forecasting.

Candidates with experience in E-commerce, Retail, D2C, FMCG, Consumer Products or Distribution will be strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

End-to-End Accounting

Independently manage day-to-day accounting and maintain complete books of accounts.

Handle AP, AR, General Ledger, Journal Entries and Bank Reconciliation.

Manage purchase, sales, expenses, payments and receipts accounting.

Perform monthly closing and ensure books are accurate and up to date.

Monitor outstanding receivables and payables and ensure timely follow-up.

Maintain proper accounting documentation and financial records.

Taxation & Statutory Compliance

Handle GST, TDS and other applicable statutory compliances and filings.

Prepare required workings, reconciliations and supporting documents.

Coordinate with GST and other Government departments on Notices or Orders.

Ensure compliance-related records are maintained accurately.

Ability to handle import documentation and clearance as per customs and other regulatory requirements.

Internal & Statutory Audit

Independently coordinate and support internal and statutory audits.

Prepare audit schedules, reconciliations and supporting documents.

Coordinate with auditors and consultants and ensure timely closure of audit requirements.

Identify accounting/control gaps and support process improvements.

Financial Reporting & MIS

Prepare revenue, expense and profitability reports.

Conduct Budget vs. Actual and variance analysis.

Provide financial insights and reports to management for decision-making.

Prepare monthly P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow and MIS reports.

Support month-end and year-end financial closure.

Address: Industrial Shed No. 33/4, 6th Main, 1st Block, Nandini Layout, Kanteerava Studio, Peenya Main Road, Bengaluru (Bangalore) – 560096

E-commerce / Retail Accounting – Preferred

Handle reconciliation of marketplace sales, settlements, returns, refunds, commissions and deductions.

Reconcile payment gateways, marketplace statements and bank transactions.

Track receivables, claims, deductions and settlement differences.

Resolve discrepancies with internal teams and marketplace partners.

Budgeting & Forecasting

Assist in preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.

Prepare monthly/quarterly financial projections.

Monitor actual performance against budgets.

Highlight significant variances and support cost-control initiatives.

Required Skills

Strong knowledge of end-to-end accounting and financial accounting principles.

Hands-on experience in GST, TDS, AP, AR, GL and reconciliations.

Strong financial reporting and MIS preparation skills.

Practical exposure to budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.

Advanced MS Excel skills – Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, SUMIFS and data analysis.

Experience with Tally Prime or similar accounting software.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

High attention to detail and accuracy.

Strong analytical knowledge of product pricing and cost analysis.