Senior Accountant

The company Metropolis is an artificial intelligence company that utilizes computer vision technology to facilitate seamless, checkout-free experiences in the physical world. The organization is currently revolutionizing parking to empower millions of customers to effortlessly "drive in and drive out." The vision is to create a future where transactions in the real world are conducted with unmatched speed, ease, and convenience, akin to online experiences. Metropolis aims to enable checkout-free experiences in any location, transforming everyday living, working, and recreational activities into remarkable experiences by giving individuals back their most precious resource - time. As a part of the team at Metropolis, you will be responsible for various key duties, including but not limited to: Accounting & Financial Operations: - Supervising general accounting operations such as ledger maintenance, journal entries, customer invoicing, and balance sheet reconciliations. - Compiling monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements alongside Management Information System (MIS) reports. - Ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting and closing tasks. - Collaborating with internal departments for expense monitoring, budgeting, and variance analysis. - Assisting in statutory and internal audits through proper documentation and reconciliations. Additionally, you will manage employee salary structures, tax deductions, reimbursements, and final settlements, and coordinate with the HR department for onboarding/offboarding and compensation updates. Statutory Compliance: - Preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual returns (e.g., GST returns, TDS returns). - Engaging with statutory bodies and consultants for assessments, notices, and audits. - Keeping abreast of changes in tax and labor laws and evaluating their implications on the organization. Qualifications & Skills: - Profound understanding of Indian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), GST, Income Tax, Labor laws, and compliance standards. - Educational background in BCom/MCom/CA, CMA Inter. Required Attributes: - Ability to work from the office and adapt to a hybrid shift model like UK/US time zones. - Prior experience in overseeing finance functions within a startup or SME setting. - Capability to work autonomously and efficiently manage multiple responsibilities. - Proactive problem-solving approach and inclination towards process enhancement. Joining Metropolis means becoming a part of a team comprising exceptional product leaders and engineers who are crafting a technological ecosystem at the convergence of parking, mobility, and real estate. The objective is to establish an inclusive culture where every individual's voice is valued, and the best ideas are embraced. Your role will be pivotal in fostering and sustaining this culture as our organization expands and thrives.,