Accountant (Tally / GST) job description template

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India format, central rules as of 30 Oct 2026. State rules vary.

An accountant in an Indian business maintains books in accounting software such as Tally, handles GST and TDS compliance data and supports audits. A clear job description names the software version, the GST and TDS work expected, the reporting period, and whether filing is done in-house or by a professional.

At a glance

  • Name the software (Tally Prime or other) and the modules used.
  • Spell out the compliance tasks: GST returns, TDS, bank reconciliation, payroll data.
  • Say if a chartered accountant reviews the filings.

Template

Accountant (Tally / GST)
[COMPANY] | [CITY or Remote] | [Full-time / Part-time / Contract]

PAY: Fixed INR [AMOUNT] per month plus [INCENTIVE RULE or "none"]. In-hand pay is about INR [AMOUNT] after deductions. Benefits: [PF / ESI / LEAVE / OTHER, only what applies]

SUMMARY
An accountant in an Indian business maintains books in accounting software such as Tally, handles GST and TDS compliance data and supports audits. At [COMPANY] you will [OUTCOME FOR THE FIRST YEAR] and report to [TITLE].

RESPONSIBILITIES
- Record sales, purchase, receipt and payment vouchers in [TALLY / SOFTWARE]
- Reconcile bank statements, ledgers and creditor and debtor balances
- Prepare GST data and reconcile purchases with the GST portal, as assigned
- Calculate and track TDS deductions and payments
- Support month-end closing and prepare schedules for the auditor
- Help with GST and income tax filings through [CA / INTERNAL TEAM]
- Keep vouchers and records in order

REQUIREMENTS
- B.Com or equivalent; [CA Inter / M.Com] preferred if true
- [N] years of accounting experience in [INDUSTRY]
- Working knowledge of Tally and Excel
- Understanding of GST invoicing, input tax credit and TDS basics
- Accuracy and timely closing

NICE TO HAVE
- Experience with e-invoicing and e-way bills
- Experience with an ERP
- Payroll data experience

HOW WE HIRE
[Interview rounds, any test, timeline. Say that applicants never pay a fee.]

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
[COMPANY] considers all qualified applicants without regard to gender, caste, religion, disability or any other protected ground. To request an adjustment, contact [EMAIL].

Duties are written from the role descriptions in India's National Classification of Occupations (NCO-2015) for accounting and bookkeeping roles, and checked against the National Career Service portal. Where a National Skills Qualifications Framework qualification pack exists for the job, compare it with your duties on the National Qualifications Register.

How to customize it

  • Filing authority: only authorised persons may file returns with the tax portals. State who files and who reviews.
  • Compliance dates: describe the month-end calendar honestly; GST due dates drive workload.
  • Role split: an accountant who also does payroll or admin should have that listed.
  • Pay: show fixed pay and any bonus separately in your own terms.
  • Level: delete the junior or senior wording that does not apply, and cut every requirement you would not screen for.
  • Pay: show fixed pay and variable pay separately and state what is in-hand. Enter only figures you have approved.

How to post it on LiveRec

  1. Open Jobs and choose Post a job.
  2. Choose Use a template or a previous job, Describe it with AI, or Create a new job from scratch.
  3. Paste the summary, responsibilities and requirements into the Description step, then complete the screening and assessment steps.
  4. Use Preview posting to see what candidates see, then choose Post job.

Steps and limits are in Post a job on LiveRec. When the applicants arrive, use the accountant (tally / gst) interview questions.

FAQ

Is Tally enough for an accountant role? Tally covers books and many compliance reports. Many roles also need Excel and GST portal skills, so list them if you use them.

Should I require CA Inter? Only if you need it. A B.Com with solid GST experience suits many small and mid-size businesses.

Next step

Fill the placeholders, check the finished text against how to write a job description, and post it. Build a scorecard from the requirements list.

Sources

  • National Classification of Occupations 2015, Directorate General of Employment: https://dge.gov.in/nco-2015
  • National Career Service portal, job role information: https://www.ncs.gov.in/
  • National Qualifications Register, qualification packs: https://nqr.gov.in
  • Ministry of Labour and Employment: https://labour.gov.in

This is general information, not legal, tax or immigration advice. Rules change and your situation may differ. Consult a licensed attorney or qualified adviser.