Accounts Assistant

Position: Accountant – F&B / Mini-Mart Sector

Location: Chennai - India

Job Type: Full-time

Experience Required: 3–4 years

Industry: Food & Beverage / Retail (Mini-Mart)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Accountant with 3 to 4 years of hands-on experience, preferably in the Food & Beverage or Mini-Mart sector. The ideal candidate must be confident in handling daily accounting tasks, maintaining accurate records, and preparing timely financial reports using accounting tools like QuickBooks, Zoho Books, and Microsoft Excel.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations including accounts payable/receivable, expense tracking, and cash flow monitoring.

• Maintain financial records across multiple outlets (e.g., ZAD, Roast, Cha Cha Chai).

• Ensure timely data entry and accuracy in QuickBooks and Zoho Books.

• Generate financial reports for management review, including P&L, balance sheets, and outlet-level performance summaries.

• Work closely with outlet managers to track inventory, food costing, and wastage reports.

• Assist in monthly closing activities and budgeting processes.

• Support in the preparation of VAT filings and other regulatory compliance as needed.

• Reconcile supplier statements and ensure timely payment cycles.

• Perform bank reconciliations and conduct monthly inventory audits across outlets.

• Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and assist in internal/external audits when required.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• 3–4 years of accounting experience, preferably within the F&B or Mini-Mart sector.

Proficiency in:

• QuickBooks

• Zoho Books

• Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, formulas, etc.)

• Working knowledge of food costing, recipe tracking, and outlet-level financial reporting.

• Strong attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualities:

• Experience working in a multi-outlet or multi-brand environment.

• Strong communication and reporting skills.

• Proactive attitude with a problem-solving mindset.

Industry

• Information Technology & Services

Employment Type

Full-time