Job Summary: Accountant – Engineering & Construction Contracting
We are looking for a dependable, detail-oriented, and proactive
Accountant
to oversee the complete financial operations of our
engineering and construction contracting company
. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate books of accounts, managing project-wise financial records, and ensuring compliance with all statutory regulations, including
GST, TDS, and other applicable laws
.
This role involves day-to-day accounting operations such as preparing and processing
client invoices, supplier and vendor bills
, managing
project-related expenses
, and performing
bank reconciliations
. The Accountant will also handle
payroll processing
, assist in
cost control and financial analysis
, and provide timely
financial reports
to support management in decision-making.
The position requires
hands-on experience in construction or project-based accounting
, with strong proficiency in
Tally
and a solid understanding of accounting principles relevant to the contracting industry. The candidate will be expected to coordinate effectively with
project and site teams, vendors, tax consultants, and auditors
to ensure smooth and transparent financial operations.
Accountant Responsibilities:
- Hand day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping activities
- Preparing bills (sales) with E-way bills / E-Invoices
- Daily accounting entries like sales, purchase, banking, cash, JV, debit – credit notes
- Coordinate with site teams to collect bills, work completion data, and expense reports.
- Process employee salaries, reimbursements, and handle PF, ESIC, and Professional Tax compliance
- Processing creditors payment through cheques or online RTGS/NEFT etc
- Maintain and reconcile ledgers, bank accounts and cash flow statement
- Prepare and file GST returns (GSTR – 1, GSTR-3B, Annual returns)
- Calculate & deduct TDS, file TDS return, issue form 16/16A, professional tax payment along with working closely with CA consultants
- Coordinate with auditors, tax consultants and banks as required for preparation and filing of income tax returns
- Assist in preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, cost analysis for ongoing projects).
- Manage accounts payable and receivable; follow up on outstanding payments
- Complying with all company, local, state, and federal accounting and financial regulations.
- Support management with budgeting, cost analysis, and other ad hoc financial tasks.
- Assisting with audits, fact checks and resolving discrepancies.
- Keeping informed about current legislation relating to finance and accounting will be an added advantage
Qualifications & Skills:
- B.Com / M.Com or equivalent degree in Accounting or Finance.
- 5 -10 years of experience in accounting, preferably in a construction or contracting company.
- Proficiency in Tally ERP & MS Office – other accounting software will be an added advantage.
- Working knowledge of GST, TDS, income tax and project accounting.
- Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and accuracy in documentation.
- Ability to coordinate with multiple teams and meet deadlines.
Salary negotiable based on experience and qualification