Accounting for E-Commerce Business
E-commerce businesses live and die by numbers. Daily orders, online payments, platform fees, refunds, chargebacks, logistics costs—it all creates a heavy stream of transactions.
If these entries aren’t recorded properly, you never see your real profit. GST becomes a headache. Bank funding gets difficult. Even simple questions like how much did we actually earn last month stay unanswered.
Let’s break it down.
We provide dedicated accountant services tailored specifically to e-commerce sellers so that your books remain accurate and decision-ready.
Challenges in E-Commerce Accounting-
Online businesses face unique issues:
Multiple sales channels like Amazon, Flipkart, Shopify, and own website
Complex payment reconciliations
High volume of small transactions
Frequent refunds and returns
Inventory spread across warehouses
Commission and advertisement deductions
Mismatch between platform reports and bank credits
Traditional bookkeeping methods don’t fit here. You need an accounting approach built for online trade.
Services Offered
Channel-wise Bookkeeping
Recording sales from all online platforms
Segregation of B2B and B2C transactions
Proper classification of domestic and export sales
Accounting for marketplace commissions
Advertisement expense tracking
Logistics and payment gateway fees
Payment Reconciliation
Reconciliation of platform settlements with bank accounts
Matching orders, invoices, and receipts
Accounting for chargebacks and deductions
Credit card and wallet reconciliations
Identification of unreconciled amounts
We ensure that every rupee received online is correctly mapped in your books.
Inventory Accounting
Maintenance of stock records
Reconciliation of physical vs system inventory
Accounting for opening and closing stock
Tracking goods in transit
Slow-moving inventory analysis
You get clear visibility on what is selling and what is blocking cash.
Compliance-ready Reporting
GST data preparation from sales channels
TDS and income tax compliance support
Monthly MIS dashboards
Profitability analysis
Working capital requirement statements
Support during audits and assessments
How Businesses Benefit ?
With structured e-commerce accounting:
real profit becomes visible
cash flow stays under control
GST filings move faster
inventory planning improves
banking credibility strengthens
cost leakages reduce
What this really means is—you can focus on growing sales instead of fixing accounts.
Why Choose N D Savla & Associates?
Businesses prefer large chartered accountant firms in Mumbai for e-commerce accounting because transaction complexity demands experience.
Here’s the thing about working with us:
Experienced E-Commerce Accountants – team trained to handle online transaction volumes
Understanding of Platforms – we work directly with channel reports
Accurate Monthly Closing – regular reconciliations and reviews
Technology Support – integration with QuickBooks, Zoho, Tally, and ERPs
End-to-End Involvement – accounting plus tax compliance together
Direct Coordination – with auditors and bankers
Defined Timelines – work plans fixed in advance
Across websites of chartered accountant firms in Mumbai, clients choose us because we deliver disciplined online accounting systems.
Our Engagement Models
Virtual accountant services for small e-commerce sellers
Dedicated accountants at client location
MIS and dashboard reporting packages
Accounting supervision by senior Chartered Accountants
You pick the support level you need.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is e-commerce accounting different from normal accounting?
Yes. It requires channel reports, settlement reconciliations, and inventory tracking.
2. Can you handle multiple platforms together?
Absolutely. We consolidate accounting for all channels.
3. Do you reconcile bank settlements?
Yes. Settlement reconciliation is the core of our service.
4. Which reports do you prepare?
Monthly profit reports, cash flow, and inventory dashboards.
5. Is GST data prepared from the system?
Yes. We generate GST-ready workings from recorded transactions.
6. Is it suitable for startups?
Perfectly suitable. Most small sellers use our virtual accountant model.
7. Can you reconstruct old pending books?
Yes. We correct and rebuild past e-commerce accounts.
8. How are fees charged?
Normally fixed monthly packages based on transaction volume.
Industries and Areas We Serve
We provide accounting for:
Online retailers
D2C brands
Dropshipping businesses
Export-oriented e-commerce sellers
Marketplace-based traders
Services are offered from Mumbai to clients across India and NRIs operating remotely worldwide.
Need Accounting Support for Your Online Store?
Accounting is the compass of an e-commerce business. Keep it accurate.
Contact N D Savla & Associates today for professional accounting for e-commerce business and bring real confidence to your online growth.
