Associate

Job Title: Associate
Grade: 1B
Work Location: Bangalore
Mode of Work: Remote
Shift Timing: 5:30 PM to 2:30 AM IST
Office Visit: Quarterly office visit required (travel expenses to be borne by the employee)
Notice Period: Immediate Joiners Preferred
Experience: 2-4 years of relevant experience in Finance & Accounting, General Ledger, Account Reconciliations, or Record-to-Report (R2R) processes.

Role Overview

We are looking for a detail-oriented Associate to support Finance and Accounting operations, with a focus on account reconciliations, general ledger accounting, payroll accounting support, and month-end close activities. The ideal candidate should have 2-4 years of relevant experience, a strong understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and process excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine account reconciliations, including bank accounts, intercompany accounts, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Support month-end close activities by preparing reconciliation schedules, supporting documentation, and financial reports.
• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining accurate general ledger records.
• Assist with payroll accounting activities, including payroll reconciliations and related accounting entries.
• Investigate, analyze, and resolve reconciliation discrepancies, escalating issues as required.
• Maintain accounting records and documentation in accordance with company policies and record-retention requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to collect, validate, and reconcile financial information.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Support audit requests by providing relevant documentation and reconciliations.
• Contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the finance function.
• Assist with ad hoc finance and accounting projects as required.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 2-4 years of relevant experience in General Ledger Accounting, Account Reconciliations, Record-to-Report (R2R), or Finance & Accounting operations.
• Sound understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting concepts, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Experience with journal entries, general ledger accounting, and month-end close activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including:
• Pivot Tables
• VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP
• Conditional Formatting
• Data Validation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic work environment.
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills.