Senior Accountant-VA Client Operations

About Us 

At Karbon, we’re building the future of fintech with our flagship product, AI Accountant. By blending deep financial expertise with cutting-edge automation, we simplify bookkeeping, compliance, and financial operations for India’s fastest-growing businesses. Backed by Y Combinator and leading global investors, Karbon powers 3000+ startups, unicorns, and enterprises nationwide. 

Job Summary:

We are looking for a Senior Accountant with 4–6 years of hands-on experience, preferably in a CA firm, to support our clients’ day-to-day accounting and compliance operations. This role is execution-heavy and ideal for someone who understands monthly GST/TDS cycles, reconciliations, and accurate bookkeeping. You will help ensure our clients’ books are clean, compliant, and ready for timely reporting. 

Where You Can Create Impact:

• Maintain accurate daily bookkeeping across multiple client accounts. 

• Prepare and file GST returns, TDS returns, and basic tax-related workings. 

• Perform reconciliations: bank, vendor, customer, GSTR, inter-company, and other ledgers. 

• Support monthly closing activities and assist in preparing MIS reports. 

• Coordinate with clients for data collection, clarifications, and status updates. 

• Ensure compliance timelines are met consistently across all assigned accounts. 

• Identify data gaps, flag issues early, and help streamline monthly compliance processes. 
  

Tools & Systems You’ll Work With 

• Accounting Software: Tally, Zoho Books, QuickBooks, or equivalent 

• Compliance Platforms: GST portal, TRACES, DSC tools 

• Spreadsheets & Reporting: Excel/Google Sheets 

• Internal workflow tools and client portals 

Requirements for the Role 

Must-have: 

• 4–6 years of accounting experience, preferably in a CA firm. 

• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping, GST filings, and TDS compliances. 

• Hands-on experience with accounting software (Tally/Zoho/QuickBooks or similar). 

• Solid understanding of monthly compliance calendars and documentation norms. 

• Strong communication skills for client interaction and follow-ups. 

• Ability to manage multiple clients and work with tight monthly deadlines. 

• High attention to detail and ownership of accuracy. 

Good-to-have: 

• Experience preparing MIS reports. 

• Exposure to audit support and data collation. 

• Basic understanding of income tax workings. 

• Ability to adapt to new tools and digital accounting workflows quickly. 

Our Way of Life — The Karbon Values 

C – Collaborate to Win 
We back each other and move with shared purpose—clients win when we win together. 

E – Excel Relentlessly 
Precision matters. We aim for accuracy, consistency, and excellence in every ledger. 

O – Own It End-to-End 
No loose ends. We take full responsibility—from data collection to final compliance. 

Perks & Benefits 

• Upskilling Policy: Access to courses, tools, and continuous learning. 

• Team Outings: Offsites and outings to celebrate wins and build camaraderie. 

• Engagement Initiatives: Hackathons, open demos, game nights, and more. 

• Flexible Work-from-Home: Up to 12 WFH days every 6 months. 

• Menstrual WFH: Women employees can avail up to 3 WFH days per month. 

• Mobility Benefits: Relocation support and travel allowances. 

• Parental Support: Maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. 

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3+ years of accounting experience.
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong knowledge of tax regulations and compliance.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.