CA Associate (General Ledger)

Objectives aligned to this role:

BUSINESSNEXT is looking for a motivated Chartered Accountant to join our General Ledger (GL) team, with a focus on financial reporting and statutory compliance. As a fast-scaling vertical SaaS company with a global footprint operations spanning India, the US, Canada, Singapore, Middle East and rapidly expanding geographies we offer an exceptional platform for a fresher to build a strong foundation in world-class financial operations. Reporting to the Financial Reporting Manager, this is a hands-on role where you will support the month-end close, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and statutory and regulatory compliance across entities. You will work closely with senior team members, learn best-in-class processes on a modern ERP (NetSuite), and grow into a well-rounded finance professional.

Your Mandate:

1. General Ledger & Accounting

• Support day-to-day general ledger accounting post journal entries, accruals, prepaids, provisions, and reclassifications with accuracy and proper documentation
• Maintain clean and up-to-date ledgers; ensure correct account and cost-centre coding of transactions in NetSuite
• Assist in intercompany accounting, transaction recording, and reconciliation across group entities

2. Month-End Close & Reconciliations

• Assist in timely month-end and year-end close activities as per the agreed close calendar
• Prepare balance sheet schedules and general ledger account reconciliations; identify and resolve open items
• Ensure month-end closing hygiene in line with applicable accounting standards (Ind AS / IGAAP), and maintain overall books hygiene accurate, complete, and well-documented ledgers

3. Financial Reporting

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Support preparation of schedules, notes to accounts, and variance analysis
• Help compile data and working papers for consolidation across entities and geographies
• Contribute to the preparation of financial statements in line with applicable accounting standards (Ind AS / IGAAP)

4. Statutory & Regulatory Compliance

• Support computation, reconciliation, and timely filing of statutory dues TDS, GST, and other applicable taxes
• Assist with GST returns, input tax credit reconciliations (GSTR-2B), and TDS returns
• Help maintain compliance trackers and ensure adherence to statutory due dates across jurisdictions
• Support responses to notices and routine compliance queries under guidance of seniors

5. Audit Support

• Assist with statutory, internal, tax, and group audits prepare schedules, gather supporting documents, and respond to auditor queries
• Support in maintaining audit-ready documentation and workpapers throughout the year

6. Controls & Process Improvement

• Follow internal controls, maker-checker workflows, and standard operating procedures diligently
• Identify opportunities to automate and streamline routine GL and reporting activities
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and proper documentation across all deliverables

AI Enabled Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI-powered tools for IT operations, incident analysis, workflow automation, and operational reporting.
• Proactive in adopting emerging AI technologies to enhance system reliability, team productivity, and data-driven decision-making.

Culture Fit Parameters:

• Demonstrate problem solving, customer-centricity, adaptability, and decisiveness in understanding and representing customer needs.
• Able to do multitask, excel in communication and fostering collaboration.
• Ability to work seamlessly in a team environment and creating excellent team dynamic.

Academic Qualification:

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) fresher or up to 1 year of relevant post-qualification experience
• Sound understanding of accounting principles, Ind AS / IGAAP, and financial statement preparation
• Working knowledge of Indian statutory compliance TDS, GST, and related filings
• Familiarity with ERP systems (NetSuite or similar) is an advantage; strong MS Excel skills required
• Strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and a high sense of ownership and accuracy
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Eagerness to learn, take initiative, and grow within the finance function