Accounting Associate

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Accounting Associate based in India.

This is an opportunity for an accounting professional to play an important role in maintaining accurate, compliant, and efficient financial operations. You’ll support a broad range of activities spanning accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking, payroll support, tax compliance, and financial reconciliations. Working closely with Finance leadership and internal and external stakeholders, you’ll help ensure transactions are processed accurately and financial records remain complete and reliable. The role also offers an opportunity to bring a technology-forward mindset to accounting by identifying manual processes that can be streamlined or automated. You’ll use tools such as Tally, Excel, ERP platforms, and AI-enabled solutions to improve efficiency and scalability. This position is well suited to someone who combines strong accounting fundamentals with curiosity, analytical thinking, and a continuous-improvement mindset.

Accountabilities:

• Manage the end-to-end accounts payable process, including reviewing vendor invoices, employee reimbursements, supporting documentation, approvals, and accurate transaction recording in Tally.
• Support accounts receivable activities by recording customer receipts, preparing tax invoices, reconciling outstanding balances, and resolving payment discrepancies.
• Perform daily banking activities, including bank reconciliations, payment processing, vendor payments, payroll support, and other treasury-related transactions.
• Maintain accurate general ledger records, accounting entries, financial documentation, and month-end reconciliations in accordance with established policies and controls.
• Support statutory accounting and tax compliance activities, including GST, TDS, annual returns, audits, and related documentation.
• Administer petty cash and expense reporting while ensuring appropriate supporting documentation and financial controls are maintained.
• Coordinate with Finance, Business Development, vendors, banks, customers, and other stakeholders to resolve accounting queries and ensure timely financial processing.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies across accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking, and other financial records.
• Support payroll-related accounting activities and ensure relevant transactions and documentation are processed accurately and on time.
• Identify opportunities to simplify, streamline, and automate manual accounting and finance processes.
• Support the implementation and adoption of AI-enabled tools, workflow automation, and other technology solutions designed to improve financial accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that reduce manual effort, strengthen financial controls, and improve the overall quality of accounting operations.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of professional accounting experience, preferably in a corporate finance or accounting environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Practical experience supporting accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking, reconciliations, and statutory compliance.
• Strong understanding of fundamental accounting principles and financial transaction processing.
• Working knowledge of GST and TDS regulations and related compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with Tally and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and other financial or accounting technologies.
• Hands-on experience using AI-enabled tools, automation, workflow solutions, or other technologies to improve accounting and finance processes.
• Demonstrated ability to identify process inefficiencies and support improvements that reduce manual work, increase accuracy, or improve operational efficiency.
• Strong analytical and reconciliation skills, with the ability to identify discrepancies and interpret financial information accurately.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy, data integrity, and reliable financial records.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with Finance teams, vendors, customers, banks, and other stakeholders.
• A proactive, technology-forward mindset and genuine interest in continuous improvement and process automation.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a distributed team.
• Professional proficiency in English and Hindi.

Benefits:

• Hybrid/remote work arrangement in the Noida/NCR region.
• Full-time Monday-Friday schedule, generally 9:00 AM-5:30 PM IST.
• Comprehensive benefits package aligned with applicable local and national legislation.
• Opportunity to work in a purpose-driven organization focused on sustainability, health, and positive global impact.
• Inclusive and collaborative working environment that values diverse perspectives and contributions.
• Opportunities to take ownership of meaningful accounting and finance initiatives.
• Professional growth opportunities and exposure to modern accounting technologies, automation, and AI-enabled solutions.
• Opportunity to contribute to process improvements that directly enhance financial efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Approximately 5% travel associated with the role.
• A culture centered on collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement, and professional development.