Accountant

Position: Accountant

Organization :

Santhigiri Ashram

Santhigiri P.O., Koliyacode

hr@santhigiriashram.org

Job Details

Profile Insights

Skills

• Accounts management
• Microsoft Excel
• Analytical skills
• Filing
• GST
• Tally
• Data entry
• Communication skills
• Accounting principles
• Accounting

Education

• B.com
• M.com
• CA Inter

Full job description

We are seeking a detailed- oriented Accountant. The ideal candidate will manage day-to-day accounting, supporting audits, handle collections, and ensure compliance with GST and other financial regulations.

Key Responsibilities

I. Accounts Management

• Independently maintain and update books of accounts relating to payables, receivables, cash, and bank transactions.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and systematic recording of all financial transactions in Tally /ERP.
• Maintain proper supporting documentation for all accounting entries, in line with institutional record-keeping standards.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, approval hierarchies, and documentation
• protocols prescribed by Santhigiri.

II. Audit Support & Internal Controls

• Assist in internal, statutory, and external audits by preparing and furnishing required schedules, statements, and documents.
• Ensure accuracy, transparency, and traceability of financial records during audit reviews.
• Promptly address audit observations and implement corrective actions as advised by Finance / Management.

III. Collections & Receivables Monitoring

• Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up for timely collection as per approved billing and credit terms.
• Maintain proper collection tracking, ageing analysis, and reconciliation of outstanding balances.
• Coordinate with internal units / stakeholders to ensure smooth and ethical collection processes, in line with institutional values.

IV. Financial Reporting & MIS

• Prepare periodic financial statements including monthly Income & Expenditure / P&L and Balance Sheet as applicable.
• Generate MIS reports, reconciliations, and summaries for review by Unit In-Charge, Finance Department, and Management.
• Provide financial data and insights to support decision-making, budgeting, and review processes.

V. GST & Statutory Compliance

• Prepare and maintain GST-related records, including invoice verification, reconciliation, and return filing.
• Ensure compliance with GST laws, statutory requirements, and institutional compliance timelines.
• Maintain proper statutory registers and supporting documents for audit and inspection
• purposes.

VI. Data Entry, Systems & Controls

• Ensure accurate and timely data entry of all financial transactions in Tally / ERP systems.
• Maintain data integrity, system discipline, and no back-dated or unauthorised entries.
• Support continuous improvement of accounting systems and adherence to standard operating procedures issued by Santhigiri.

Qualification

• B.Com / M.Com / CA Inter qualification
• Knowledge of Tally / ERP / Microsoft Excel
• Good understanding of basic accounting principles
• Familiarity with GST, receipts, billing, and reconciliations preferred
• High attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
• 2 - 5 years of experience in accounts

Job type: Full- Time

Remuneration:

• Salary will be as per institutional norms

Experience:

• 2 to 5 years of relevant experience
• Freshers with strong accounting knowledge may also apply

Location:

• Trivandum, Kerala

Shift availability:

• Day shift

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹10,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided

Work Location: In person