Role Overview:
As an Accounting Specialist at Elchemy, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Finance team by managing daily accounting operations and ensuring statutory compliance. Your responsibilities will include recording financial transactions, maintaining ledgers, reconciling accounts, handling accounts payable/receivable, and assisting with month-end closing processes. Additionally, you will be involved in preparing statutory returns, maintaining compliance records, and collaborating with external auditors and regulatory authorities.

Key Responsibilities:
- Daily Accounting Operations
Record and process daily financial transactions in the accounting system.
Maintain accurate ledgers, journals, and supporting documentation.
Perform daily bank reconciliations and resolve any discrepancies.

- Accounts Payable & Receivable
Manage the full cycle of accounts payable: review, verify, and process vendor invoices for timely payments.
Monitor accounts receivable, record receipts, and follow up on outstanding customer payments.

- Financial Reporting & Month-End Closing
Assist in preparing periodic financial reports and schedules.
Support month-end close processes, including accruals and adjustments.
Provide financial data analysis as required by finance leadership.

- Statutory Compliance
Prepare and file statutory returns such as GST, TDS, PT & PF within prescribed timelines.
Maintain statutory records and documentation for compliance and audit purposes.
Ensure compliance deadlines are met to avoid penalties or delays.

- Regulatory & Audit Support
Coordinate with external auditors during statutory and internal audits.
Organize necessary documentation for audit reviews.
Assist in filings under corporate law and maintenance of statutory registers.

- Internal Controls & Process Improvement
Adhere to internal accounting controls and standard operating procedures.
Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and enhance operational efficiency.

Qualifications Required:
- Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- 14+ years of prior accounting experience, preferably with exposure to statutory compliance.
- Understanding of accounting principles, ledgers, and reconciliations.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Tally, ERP/Finance systems) and MS Excel.
- Strong attention to detail, analytical ability, and organizational skills.
- Good communication skills for interaction with internal teams, vendors, and auditors.

Additional Details:
Elchemy is a tech-enabled cross-border specialty chemicals marketplace that aims to revolutionize the global speciality chemicals distribution industry. With a focus on innovation and efficiency, the company has expanded its operations to serve customers in over 32 countries and has secured substantial funding from prominent investors like InfoEdge Ventures and Prime Venture Partners. Joining Elchemy means being part of a highly ambitious team that strives for excellence and encourages a collaborative environment where every individual's contribution is valued towards achieving outstanding results. Role Overview:
As an Accounting Specialist at Elchemy, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Finance team by managing daily accounting operations and ensuring statutory compliance. Your responsibilities will include recording financial transactions, maintaining ledgers, reconciling accounts, handling accounts payable/receivable, and assisting with month-end closing processes. Additionally, you will be involved in preparing statutory returns, maintaining compliance records, and collaborating with external auditors and regulatory authorities.

Key Responsibilities:
- Daily Accounting Operations
Record and process daily financial transactions in the accounting system.
Maintain accurate ledgers, journals, and supporting documentation.
Perform daily bank reconciliations and resolve any discrepancies.

- Accounts Payable & Receivable
Manage the full cycle of accounts payable: review, verify, and process vendor invoices for timely payments.
Monitor accounts receivable, record receipts, and follow up on outstanding customer payments.

- Financial Reporting & Month-End Closing
Assist in preparing periodic financial reports and schedules.
Support month-end close processes, including accruals and adjustments.
Provide financial data analysis as required by finance leadership.

- Statutory Compliance
Prepare and file statutory returns such as GST, TDS, PT & PF within prescribed timelines.
Maintain statutory records and documentation for compliance and audit purposes.
Ensure compliance deadlines are met to avoid penalties or delays.

- Regulatory & Audit Support
Coordinate with external auditors during statutory and internal audits.
Organize necessary documentation for audit reviews.
Assist in filings under corporate law and