Associate - Accounting

Department: Corporate Finance

Location: Pune

Description The Accounting Associate will play a key role in supporting the company’s financial operations by ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting across multiple financial functions. This role involves managing daily accounting activities, performing reconciliations, assisting with management reporting, and supporting both statutory and internal audit processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset to drive process efficiency and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Management Support

• Assist in the preparation of Management Pack schedules and related financial reports.
• Prepare and maintain bi-weekly cash flow reports, providing insights for decision-making.
• Support project-focused accounting deliverables, ensuring financial accuracy and control.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial reporting systems and processes.

Accounting & Reconciliations

• Manage daily accounting entries in compliance with company policies.
• Perform bank reconciliations on a day-to-day basis, ensuring timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Conduct ledger reconciliations with vendors and customers to maintain accurate records.
• Prepare and review weekly vendor-wise aging reports for effective payable management.
• Ensure statutory dues reconciliations such as TDS, GST, PF, etc., are completed accurately and on time.
• Facilitate monthly billing and e-invoicing activities, ensuring adherence to statutory requirements.

Taxation & Compliance

• Review monthly and annual GST returns and ensure accurate and timely filing.
• Liaise with external consultants for documentation related to GST refunds and compliance queries.
• Ensure all financial records are audit-ready, supporting statutory, internal, and GRC audits as required.

Cash & Credit Management

• Manage credit control and cash management functions to optimize working capital.
• Monitor customer receivables and ensure timely collections through proactive follow-ups.

Process Improvement & Issue Resolution

• Continuously identify opportunities to enhance financial systems and workflows.
• Investigate financial discrepancies or process issues and implement corrective actions.
• Support cross-functional teams for Fixed Asset Verification (Register vs Actuals) and related reconciliations.
• Prepare ad-hoc reports and analyses as required by management.

Skills, Knowledge And Expertise

• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and tax regulations.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Tally, D365).
• Advanced MS Excel and data analysis skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and coordination skills across teams.

Qualifications & Experience

• CA Qualified / MBA with 2-3 years of experience / Graduate with 5-7 years of experience

Experience in GST filings, reconciliations, and audit support will be an advantage.