GL Analyst (with MIS preparation

Position Overview

The GL Analyst will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the General Ledger, maintaining compliance with accounting standards, and preparing timely Management Information System (MIS) reports. This role requires strong accounting knowledge, analytical skills, and attention to detail to support management with accurate financial insights and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

1. General Ledger (GL) Accounting

Record and reconcile journal entries, accruals, provisions, and adjustments

Ensure accuracy of GL accounts and timely completion of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings

Perform reconciliations for bank, intercompany, vendor, customer, assets, and liabilities accounts

Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies

Prepare balance sheet schedules, TDS reconciliation (26AS), and intercompany reconciliations

Clear debit balances in creditors and credit balances in customers periodically

Prepare bad debt provisions for aged debtors across group companies

Support statutory and internal audits by providing relevant GL data

Monitor outstanding balances and resolve reconciling items promptly

2. MIS Preparation & Reporting

Prepare MIS reports including P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, and variance analysis

Analyze financial data and provide insights on revenue, expenses, margins, and cost controls

Support budgeting and forecasting processes with accurate GL data

Develop Excel dashboards and reports for management decision-making

Prepare ad-hoc financial and operational reports as required

3. Process Improvements

Automate and streamline GL and MIS processes to improve efficiency and accuracy

Strengthen internal controls and recommend improvements in accounting practices

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (AP, AR, Payroll, Operations, etc.) for accurate reporting and reconciliations

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of accounting principles and standards

Hands-on experience in GL accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting

Proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables, lookups, dashboards, charts); knowledge of BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) is an advantage

Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and accuracy

Strong communication and presentation skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines

Qualifications & Experience

Education: B.Com / M.Com / CA Inter / MBA (Finance) or equivalent

Experience: 25 years in General Ledger, MIS, or Financial Reporting

Systems Exposure: Experience with ERP systems (Tally / Trakker / JMM Portal) preferred .