Senior Accountant

Company Description Areete Consultants is a professional accounting firm offering tax, accounting, payroll, transaction advisory, and regulatory services to a diverse portfolio of clients. The firm was founded by Big 4 alumni Rupali Singhania and Shilpa Gupta, both Fellow members of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. With more than a decade of experience each in leading consulting environments, the founders bring deep technical expertise and high professional standards. Areete Consultants emphasizes quality, integrity, and tailored financial solutions to support clients’ growth and compliance needs. The firm provides a collaborative environment where professionals can develop their skills across multiple service lines.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Accountant to lead and oversee client engagements, manage team members, and ensure high-quality service delivery in GST, financial reporting, and compliance matters. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a client-focused approach.

Senior Accountant with 5–6 years of experience , strictly in a CA firm environment .

Note: Candidates with only industry or corporate experience will not be considered.

✅ Recent and relevant experience with a CA firm is mandatory .

Key Expertise Required:

1. GST & Indirect Taxation

• End-to-end handling of GST compliance, advisory, and litigation support
• Review and filing of GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, annual returns, reconciliations, etc.)
• GST audits, assessments, notices, and departmental representations
• Advisory on GST structuring, input tax credit optimization, and compliance planning
• Keeping clients updated on changes in GST laws and implications

2. Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Finalization of financial statements (including consolidation) as per applicable accounting standards;
• Preparation and review of MIS reports and financial analysis;
• Expert knowledge in tax audits;
• Ensuring compliance with Companies Act, Income Tax Act, and other regulatory requirements
• Good knowledge of Indian GAAP (Accounting Standards)
• Liaising with auditors, bankers, and regulatory authorities

3. Team Leadership & Management

• Supervision, mentoring, and review of work performed by team members;
• Allocation of assignments and ensuring timely completion;
• Quality control and review of deliverables before submission
• Training team members on GST and financial reporting updates
• Building a collaborative and performance-driven team environment

4. Client Relationship Management

• Acting as a key point of contact for assigned clients
• Providing proactive advisory and business insights
• Managing multiple client engagements simultaneously
• Ensuring client satisfaction and retention

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Senior Accountant (CA drop outs)
• 5-6 years+ of relevant experience in a CA firm
• Strong expertise in GST laws and compliance
• Excellent knowledge of financial statements
• Excellent Knowledge of Direct Taxes, payroll, FEMA, Corporate laws, and taxation
• Proficiency in accounting software (Tally, Zoho, Computax, Genius etc.) and MS Excel
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Leadership ability with experience in managing teams
• Candidates who have completed CA Intermediate and subsequently chosen not to continue with CA Final are encouraged to apply and will be prioritized.