Job Description – Sr. Executive – Accounts
Position Details
ParticularDetailsDesignationSr. Executive – AccountsDepartmentFinance & AccountsFunctionAccounts / GST & Indirect TaxationLocationGujarat / South West RegionReporting ToManager / Sr. Manager – Accounts & TaxationExperience4–7 YearsIndustry PreferenceManufacturing / Building Materials / Ceramics / FMCG / Automotive / Other Tax-Compliant Industries
Role Purpose
The Sr. Executive – Accounts will be responsible for managing GST compliance, indirect tax accounting, reconciliations, statutory and tax audit support, GST notices and departmental correspondence, export incentive reconciliation, and periodic GST returns for multiple business entities and locations.
The role requires strong knowledge of GST laws, return filing, GSTR-2A/2B reconciliation, input tax credit, GST audits, annual returns, and coordination with internal teams, auditors, consultants, and government authorities.
Key Responsibilities
1. GST Compliance & Return Filing
Prepare and file GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B within prescribed timelines.
Ensure accurate reporting of outward supplies, tax liabilities, input tax credit and other GST-related transactions.
Prepare GST liability and payment working sheets for various business units/entities.
Verify GST data with books of accounts, sales registers, purchase registers and other supporting records.
Ensure timely compliance with applicable GST requirements.
2. GSTR-2A / 2B Reconciliation & ITC
Perform monthly, quarterly and annual reconciliation of GSTR-2A/2B with purchase records and books of accounts.
Identify discrepancies relating to:
Missing invoices
Mismatched invoices
Incorrect GSTIN
Tax amount differences
Vendor non-compliance
Credit/debit note differences
Follow up with vendors and internal stakeholders for resolution of discrepancies.
Monitor eligible and ineligible Input Tax Credit (ITC) and support accurate ITC claims.
3. GST Audit & Statutory Audit Support
Prepare GST-related schedules, reconciliations, workings and supporting documents for:
Statutory Audit
Internal Audit
Tax Audit
GST Audit
Provide audit data and explanations to auditors within agreed timelines.
Maintain proper documentation and audit trails for GST transactions.
Coordinate with Accounts, Commercial, Purchase, Sales and other departments for audit requirements.
4. GST Annual Returns
Prepare and support filing of GSTR-9 and GSTR-9C, wherever applicable.
Perform annual reconciliation between:
Books of Accounts
GST Returns
GSTR-1
GSTR-3B
GSTR-2A/2B
Financial Statements
Identify and resolve tax and reporting differences before annual return filing.
5. GST Notices & Departmental Matters
Handle and coordinate responses to GST notices, queries and departmental communications.
Compile supporting documents and transaction-level data required for responses.
Coordinate with tax consultants, auditors and internal stakeholders for GST notice and appeal-related matters.
Liaise with GST authorities, as required, under the guidance of senior management/consultants.
Maintain records of notices, responses, hearings and closure status.
6. Export Incentives & Reconciliation
Review and reconcile Duty Drawback (DBK), export incentives and other applicable export-related benefits.
Prepare supporting data and documentation for auditors and consultants.
Track export incentive claims and identify discrepancies requiring corrective action.
7. Invoice & Transaction Compliance
Monitor and process day-wise invoice cancellation as per business requirements and GST compliance.
Verify GST applicability and tax treatment on invoices, credit notes and debit notes.
Ensure proper documentation and accounting treatment of cancelled and amended invoices.
8. Accounts & MIS Support
Support monthly and periodic closing activities related to GST and indirect taxation.
Prepare GST-related MIS, reconciliation statements and management reports.
Assist in identifying tax-related accounting discrepancies and ensure timely rectification.
Coordinate with Finance, Sales, Purchase, Commercial, Logistics and other departments for transaction-level issues.
Technical Competencies
Strong knowledge of GST Act, Rules and compliance requirements.
Practical experience in GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9 and GSTR-9C.
Strong understanding of GSTR-2A/2B reconciliation and ITC.
Knowledge of GST notices, assessments and departmental correspondence.
Understanding of e-Invoicing and e-Way Bill requirements.
Knowledge of export-related GST compliance and Duty Drawback/export incentives.
Strong MS Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, SUMIFS and reconciliation techniques.
Experience with ERP/accounting systems such as SAP, Oracle, Tally or equivalent.
Ability to analyse large volumes of transaction and tax data.
Functional Competencies
GST return preparation and filing
GST reconciliation
Indirect tax compliance
Audit coordination
Tax documentation and record keeping
Notice and query management
Vendor reconciliation and follow-up
Financial data analysis
Statutory compliance tracking
MIS and reporting
Behavioural Competencies
High attention to detail and accuracy
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Good communication and coordination skills
Ownership and accountability
Ability to work under tight statutory deadlines
Strong follow-up and stakeholder management
Integrity and confidentiality
Ability to manage multiple entities and priorities
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Timely and accurate filing of GST returns
Accuracy of GST liability and payment calculations
Timely completion of GSTR-2A/2B reconciliation
Reduction in unresolved GST discrepancies
Timely closure of audit requirements
Timely response to GST notices and departmental queries
Accuracy and timely completion of GSTR-9/GSTR-9C
Compliance with statutory deadlines
Accuracy and completeness of GST documentation
Timely resolution of vendor-related GST discrepancies
Educational Qualification
CA Inter / CMA Inter / GST certification would be an added advantage.
Experience
4–7 years of relevant experience in Accounts, GST, Indirect Taxation or Finance, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Preferred Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in GST return filing, GSTR-2A/2B reconciliation, ITC reconciliation, GST audits, annual return preparation, GST notices, export incentives and indirect tax compliance. Experience in handling GST activities for multiple entities/locations will be preferred.