About the Role

We are looking for a detail-oriented and driven Finance Associate to join our Finance team in Bengaluru. Reporting directly to the Finance Head, you will own end-to-end accounting and statutory compliance for the group across India and the US. This is an excellent opportunity for a freshly qualified CA who wants to build a strong foundation across core finance operations, taxation, and audit in a high-growth environment.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations

Own end-to-end accounting including Billing, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Cost Classification, and Revenue Recognition.
Drive the general ledger consolidation process and ensure financial integrity at all times.
Perform Fixed Asset and Depreciation Accounting on a monthly basis.
Prepare and review Balance Sheet reconciliations — including intercompany (across regions and entities) and Bank Reconciliations.
Manage month-end close activities and ensure books are closed within defined timelines.

Statutory Compliance & Taxation

Manage end-to-end GST, TDS, PF, PT, and all other statutory filings within due dates.
Perform periodic reconciliations of GST and TDS, including Form 2B and 26AS.
Ensure compliance with applicable labor law requirements (PF, ESI, PT, Gratuity, etc.).
Coordinate with external tax consultants and legal advisors for timely compliance.
Stay updated with changes in tax regulations and proactively flag risk areas.

MIS & Financial Reporting

Support preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements — P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement.
Prepare MIS reports and management dashboards for Finance Head and leadership reviews.
Assist in budgeting, variance analysis, and financial forecasting activities.
Provide financial data and analysis to support business decision-making.

Audit & Controls

Coordinate internal and external audits; prepare audit schedules and liaise with auditors.
Ensure strong internal controls and adherence to accounting policies and procedures.
Identify process gaps and recommend improvements to strengthen financial controls.

Cross-functional Collaboration

Work closely with internal teams to educate them on finance processes and ensure seamless financial operations.
Manage relationships with banks, vendors, auditors, tax consultants, and other external stakeholders.
Support the Finance Head on ad-hoc projects, treasury operations, and special assignments.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Qualified Chartered Accountant (ICAI) — Mandatory.
Strong working knowledge of Indian GAAP and accounting standards.
In-depth understanding of GST, TDS, income tax, and related statutory compliances.
Proficiency in Tally Prime; working knowledge of any ERP (SAP, Zoho Books, QuickBooks, Oracle, or similar) is a plus.
Advanced MS Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Index-Match, data analysis).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical mindset with high attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities under deadline pressure.
Self-driven, proactive, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.

Good to Have

Prior CA articleship or post-qualification experience in a start-up, technology, or multi-entity group company.
Exposure to US accounting, IFRS, or cross-border transactions.
Familiarity with automation tools or RPA in finance (e.g., Power BI, Zoho Analytics).
Experience with payroll processing and HRMS-integrated accounting workflows.

What We Offer

Direct exposure to India and US entity operations from day one.
Mentorship from an experienced Finance Head and leadership team.
Fast-track growth opportunities in a scaling organization.

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Finance Associate