Accountant

Job Overview

Choutela & Associates is looking for a meticulous and driven Tax Accountant possessing at least two years of tax-related professional experience. The successful candidate will handle comprehensive tax filings, maintain meticulous financial documentation, and provide support during audits and reconciliations.

Key Duties

• Accurately prepare and submit direct and indirect tax returns including Income Tax, GST/Sales Tax, TDS, and meet other statutory compliance deadlines.
• Conduct regular reconciliations of bank statements, ledgers, and tax accounts.
• Review financial documents such as trial balances and statements to ensure adherence to tax regulations.
• Support the preparation for tax audits, manage scrutiny notices, and respond effectively to regulators' inquiries.
• Maintain thorough digital and physical records of tax workpapers and audit documentation.
• Liaise effectively with both internal teams and external auditors to facilitate smooth financial reporting processes.

Qualifications and Skills

• At least two years’ practical experience in tax accounting, compliance, and filing.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce (B.Com/M.Com). Candidates with semi-qualified status such as CA Inter, CMA Inter, or Enrolled Agent also eligible.
• Competent in accounting software (e.g., Tally, QuickBooks, Zoho Books, ERP systems) and advanced MS Excel abilities including VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables.
• Comprehensive knowledge of direct and indirect tax laws, statutory deadlines, and tax filing platforms.
• Strong analytical and organizational capabilities paired with excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Additional Preferences

Experience gained in a CA firm, CPA firm, or corporate accounting setting is advantageous. Familiarity with statutory tax filing software and governmental tax portals is desirable.

Compensation

The monthly remuneration ranges from 12,000 to 20,000 INR.