Accountant Resume Format (India) — Sample with Tally & GST
Indian employers hiring accountants want proof that you can handle the monthly cycle on your own: entries in Tally or SAP, GST returns, TDS, bank reconciliation and audit support. This format turns that work into clear, measurable points.
What to include in a accountant resume
- Software
- Tally Prime / ERP 9, Busy, Zoho Books, SAP FICO or QuickBooks — name the versions you actually use.
- Statutory work
- GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9), TDS returns, PF/ESI, income tax filing.
- Volume
- Number of vouchers a month, number of clients or branches, size of the business you handled.
- Reporting
- MIS reports, P&L, balance sheet finalisation, cash-flow statements.
- Audit
- Statutory, internal and GST audit support — which documents you prepared.
- Qualifications
- B.Com / M.Com, CA Inter / CMA Inter levels cleared, and short courses like Tally with GST.
Accountant resume points you can copy
Edit the numbers to match your own work. In the CV maker you can also click ✨ Suggest points inside any job.
- Recorded 1,200+ vouchers a month in Tally Prime across purchase, sales, payment and journal
- Filed monthly GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B for 3 GSTINs with zero late fees for 24 months
- Prepared quarterly TDS returns (24Q, 26Q) and issued Form 16 / 16A on time
- Reconciled 5 bank accounts every month and cleared old unreconciled entries worth ₹4.2 lakh
- Matched GSTR-2B with the purchase register and recovered ₹1.8 lakh of missed input tax credit
- Prepared monthly MIS — P&L, debtors ageing and cash flow — for the directors
- Supported statutory audit by preparing schedules, ledgers and fixed-asset register
- Processed payroll for 85 employees including PF and ESI challans
- Managed vendor payments and followed up on receivables, reducing debtor days from 62 to 45
Skills for a accountant resume
Tally PrimeGST returns (GSTR-1, 3B, 9)TDS & Form 16Bank reconciliationMS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot)Accounts payable & receivablePayroll, PF & ESIMIS reportingBalance sheet finalisationAudit supportZoho Books / Busy
Pick the 6–12 that match the job post. More on choosing skills in our skills guide.
Career objective for a accountant resume
For freshers
- B.Com graduate with hands-on Tally Prime and GST training, seeking an accounts assistant role where I can handle day-to-day entries and learn statutory compliance.
- Commerce graduate with CA Inter (Group I) cleared and 6 months of articleship, looking for a junior accountant position in a growing company.
- M.Com fresher skilled in Tally, Excel and GST basics, seeking an accounts executive role in a manufacturing or trading firm.
For experienced candidates
- Accountant with 5 years of experience handling end-to-end books, GST and TDS compliance for a ₹40 crore trading company using Tally Prime.
- Senior accounts executive with 8 years in manufacturing, experienced in month-end closing, MIS, audit coordination and SAP FICO.
- Accounts and taxation professional with 6 years at a CA firm, managing GST, TDS and income tax filings for 40+ clients.
Make your accountant CV now
Use this templateThe sample above opens pre-filled — replace it with your details and see it in all 10 designs.
Tips from recruiters
- Write the exact returns you file (GSTR-1, 3B, 24Q) — "handled GST" is too general.
- Use rupee figures where you can: amounts reconciled, ITC recovered, payables handled.
- If you cleared CA Inter or CMA Inter groups, mention them clearly with the year.
- Use the Classic or Minimal design — accounting recruiters prefer a plain, structured look.
Where accountants work in India
- CA and tax consultancy firms
- Manufacturing and trading companies
- Retail chains and distributors
- Shared-service and outsourcing centres
Salaries vary widely by city, employer and experience. Check current ranges for your city on AmbitionBox or in live job posts on Naukri before negotiating.
Frequently asked questions
What skills should I put on an accountant resume in India?
Tally Prime, GST returns, TDS, bank reconciliation, MS Excel, payroll with PF/ESI, MIS reporting and audit support are the most requested.
Is Tally enough for an accountant job?
For junior roles it is a strong start. Add GST filing practice and Excel; for larger companies, SAP or Oracle exposure helps.
How do I write an accountant resume with no experience?
Lead with a career objective, your B.Com or M.Com, Tally/GST courses, any articleship or internship, and a project such as preparing a sample set of books.
Should I mention CA Inter attempts?
Mention the groups you have cleared with the year. You do not need to list unsuccessful attempts.