The Accountant is responsible for applying accounting principles to assist in the preparation and processing of accounting transactions, preparing schedules to analyze information and assisting in creating financial reports. The post holder will also perform data entry and administrative support for the department.
Principal Accountabilities
Apply knowledge of accounting principles to activities associated with maintaining ledger accounts.
Apply knowledge of Tax deducted at source (TDS) while processing vendor payments and quarterly filing of TDS returns.
Review and processing of vendor payments and employee reimbursements.
Perform month/quarter/annual close activities which may include Intercompany billings, preparing journal entries, assisting in account reconciliations, preparing reports and resolving issues as needed.
Perform quarterly advance tax calculations and filing of income tax returns and related compliances.
Establish and maintain accurate financial records in Tally and other accounting software.
Assist in preparation of workings for GST monthly & yearly return filings.
Prepare support for reconciliations and support statutory audit queries.
Reporting Relationships
Title of Direct Report(s): No direct reports
Title of Supervisor: Assistant Manager – Accounting & Payroll
Knowledge & Skills
Basic understanding of accounting principles.
Demonstrate proficiency in finance and accounting softwares such as Tally and Microsoft applications.
Strong computer skills in Excel and reasonable knowledge in Access.
Ability to perform data extraction and manipulation and generate reports.
Ability to work with numbers and complete assignments with attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple work assignments, work with little supervision.
Experience & Education
Two (2+) plus years of experience in financial analysis or accounting required.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or finance required.
Physical Requirements/Working Environment
Normal office environment.
Travel
No travel required.
Compensation Details:
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The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
04/01/2026 - 04/04/2026
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters
Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents.
