Chartered Accountant (GL)

Overview

The organization is seeking a Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) to join its Accounting team.

• Employment type: Full-Time, Permanent
• Work location: Remote
• Shift: US Time Zone – EST/PST
• Experience: 1–4 Years
• Department: Accounting
• Industry: KPO / Outsourcing / Offshoring

Eligibility Criteria

• Only Qualified Chartered Accountants (CA) should apply.
• Candidates currently pursuing CA certification or awaiting qualification are not eligible.
• This is a client-facing role requiring excellent English communication skills.
• Candidates must be comfortable communicating with US-based clients over calls and emails.
• Candidates must be comfortable working in EST/PST or Pacific Time Zone hours.

Responsibilities

• Perform General Ledger (GL) accounting and analysis for assigned accounts.
• Prepare, review, and post accrual and prepaid journal entries.
• Perform monthly accruals and prepaid expense accounting.
• Analyze GL accounts and investigate variances, unusual transactions, and discrepancies.
• Perform account reconciliations and ensure outstanding items are appropriately resolved.
• Review monthly financial statements and supporting schedules for accuracy.
• Conduct month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Ensure proper account classification, expense recognition, and period-end adjustments.
• Analyze accounting data and provide insights into GL movements and variances.
• Research and resolve accounting issues in coordination with internal teams and clients.
• Maintain accurate supporting documentation for journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and prepaids.
• Assist with audit requirements and financial reporting.
• Communicate accounting findings and issues effectively to US-based clients and stakeholders.

Vendor Management

• Initiate and manage Purchase Orders (POs) and ensure accuracy.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies related to purchase orders and invoices.
• Support vendor onboarding and credentialing processes.
• Verify vendor insurance coverage and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate with vendors regarding invoices, payments, and documentation.
• Respond to vendor calls and emails professionally and promptly.

Utility Bill Management

• Monitor utility payments and ensure timely processing.
• Enter utility-related payments and information into the property management system.
• Coordinate with relevant teams to ensure utility payments are processed accurately and on time.
• Monitor current and upcoming utility payment requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) – Mandatory
• 1–3 years of relevant accounting experience
• Strong understanding of Accounting Principles, General Ledger Accounting, R2R Accounting, AP, AR, and Financial Reporting
• Experience with journal entries and bank reconciliations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with US-based clients
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team

Preferred Qualifications

• CMA
• CPA
• US CPA / USCPA
• Experience in Real Estate Accounting
• Experience with Yardi
• Experience with QuickBooks Online
• Experience with Property Accounting
• Experience working with US-based clients

Compensation & Benefits

Not specified in the provided job description.

Location

• Remote
• Must work in US Time Zone – EST/PST (or Pacific Time Zone hours).