Assistant Manager - US Bookkeeping (Immediate Joiner Preferred)

Qualicentric Ites; Dadri; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualicentric Ites, based in India, seeks an experienced Assistant Manager to support accounting operations, financial reporting, and client delivery for US-based clients. You will handle month-end close, variance analysis, and reporting packages, translating numbers into clear insights.

The role requires a strong foundation in accounting, 6+ years of experience, familiarity with US GAAP/IFRS, and proficiency in Excel and QuickBooks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or related field.
• 6+ years of accounting/financial analysis experience.
• Experience in CA/Accounting outsourcing environments preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting (GAAP/IFRS).
• Proficiency in Excel and QuickBooks or similar software.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, analyze, and interpret financial statements and reports.
• Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages.
• Manage day-to-day accounting activities: AP, AR, GL maintenance.
• Perform reconciliations of bank, balance sheet, vendors, customers, and GL accounts.
• Ensure transactions are recorded accurately with proper documentation.
• Support audit, tax, and compliance-related activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Independent working

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CA Inter / ACCA / CMA / MBA Finance (preferred)

Tools

Excel

QuickBooks

Job description

About Qualicentric

Qualicentric is an India-based Finance & Accounting outsourcing firm serving US small and mid-market businesses. We deliver bookkeeping, monthly close, FP&A, controller/CFO support, and revenue cycle management through a tech-enabled, AI-augmented model. Our clients span a range of industries including Healthcare, SAAS, Fintech and RIA.

We are building a high-ownership finance delivery environment where strong accounting fundamentals, analytical thinking, attention to detail, and reliable execution directly contribute to client outcomes.

Role Overview

The Assistant Manager will support accounting operations, financial reporting, analysis, and client delivery activities across a portfolio of US-based clients. The role combines hands-on accounting with financial analysis and reporting. You will be responsible for preparing and analyzing financial statements, supporting monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting, managing day-to-day accounting activities, performing variance analysis, and ensuring timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in accounting who enjoys understanding the story behind the numbers, identifying variances and trends, and translating financial data into meaningful insights.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting

• Prepare, analyze, and interpret financial statements and financial reports.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages.
• Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance.
• Perform bank, balance sheet, vendor, customer, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Ensure accounting transactions are accurately recorded, classified, and supported by appropriate documentation.
• Review financial data for completeness, accuracy, and consistency.

Month-End & Year-End Close

• Support timely and accurate month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and other closing adjustments as required.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate outstanding or unusual items.
• Maintain organized close files and supporting schedules.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies before final reporting.

Financial Analysis & Variance Reporting

• Conduct variance analysis to identify trends, deviations, and key financial insights.
• Compare actual performance against budgets, forecasts, and prior periods.
• Investigate significant fluctuations and prepare clear explanations for management review.
• Support the preparation of management reports, KPI analysis, and financial dashboards.
• Perform ad hoc financial analysis and research as required.

Compliance & Accounting Standards

• Ensure accounting activities comply with applicable GAAP, IFRS, and other regulatory requirements.
• Maintain awareness of relevant accounting principles and reporting requirements.
• Support audit, tax, and compliance-related activities by preparing required schedules and documentation.
• Ensure financial records are maintained accurately and in accordance with established accounting policies and procedures.

Process Improvement & Client Delivery

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting workflows, and financial controls.
• Participate in ad hoc accounting, reporting, and analytical projects.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and client stakeholders to resolve accounting and reporting issues.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, documentation, and timeliness across all deliverables.
• Contribute to the development and standardization of accounting processes and reporting templates.

Qualifications & Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, or related roles.
• Experience gained in a CA firm, accounting firm, finance outsourcing environment, or similar accounting environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger accounting, and account reconciliations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software such as QuickBooks or similar platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.

Preferred

• Experience working with US-based clients or US accounting processes.
• Knowledge of US GAAP and/or IFRS.
• Experience with QuickBooks Online, Xero, or other cloud-based accounting platforms.
• Experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, or management reporting.
• CA Inter, ACCA, CMA, MBA Finance, or equivalent qualification or progress toward such qualification.