Accountant

Job Description – Accountant (Construction Company) Position: Accountant Location: Mumbai Industry: Construction / Real Estate Employment Type: Full-Time Reports To: Finance Manager / Director Role Overview We are looking for an experienced Accountant to manage accounting, taxation, compliance, and project financials for a construction and real estate company. The candidate should have hands-on experience in project-wise accounting, GST, TDS, RERA compliance, vendor management, and financial reporting. Key Responsibilities Accounting & Bookkeeping Maintain accurate books of accounts in Tally Prime/ERP. Record, classify, and reconcile all financial transactions. Manage Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR). Prepare bank reconciliations and ledger scrutiny. Construction & Project Accounting Maintain project-wise accounting and cost allocation. Track material purchases, subcontractor bills, labour costs, and project expenses. Monitor project budgets, cash flows, and profitability. Prepare project-wise MIS and cost analysis reports. RERA Accounting & Compliance Maintain project-specific accounting records as per RERA requirements. Track collection and utilization of funds in compliance with RERA regulations. Monitor project-wise escrow/RERA bank accounts. Coordinate with consultants, auditors, and management for RERA-related reporting. Assist in preparation and submission of financial information required for RERA filings. Ensure proper documentation and record maintenance for regulatory audits and inspections. Taxation & Statutory Compliance Preparation and filing of GST returns. TDS deduction, payment, and return filing. Ensure compliance with Income Tax, GST, and other statutory requirements. Assist in statutory audits, internal audits, and tax audits. Vendor & Client Management Verify vendor invoices and process payments. Reconcile vendor, customer, and contractor accounts. Follow up on customer collections and outstanding receivables. Coordinate with project teams regarding billing and payment schedules. Financial Reporting Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Generate cash flow reports and fund utilization statements. Support budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting. Provide financial data for management decision-making.