Associate

Sutro Li; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in India is seeking an experienced Associate to manage bookkeeping and month-end close activities. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of experience in GL accounting, with strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Responsibilities include supporting reconciliations, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with US GAAP. This position offers flexibility to work in an office or hybrid model, making it suitable for motivated self-starters looking to excel in their careers.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in GL accounting preferred.
• Strong background in US GAAP compliance.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end bookkeeping and month-end close activities.
• Support the month-end close process with reconciliations and journal entries.
• Prepare financial statements and management reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field CA inter

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Shift: 2:30 PM IST – 11:30 PM IST / 5:30 PM IST – 2:30 AM IST

Experience: 3 to 5 years

Job Type: Full-time

The Associate is responsible for supporting end-to-end bookkeeping and month-end close activities, including bank and credit card reconciliations, AP/AR processing, payroll journals, and financial reporting. The role ensures accurate documentation, compliance with US GAAP, and timely audit support while collaborating with senior team members and mentoring juniors. Strong attention to detail, reliability, and accountability are essential for success in this role.

• Update and manage bank and credit card feeds on a regular basis.
• Monitor uncoded transactions, post accurate codings, and ensure data integrity.
• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Create and update contacts accurately, maintain W-9s, attach relevant documentation, and prevent duplicates.
• Enter, import, post, and sync AP bills with accuracy; reconcile clearing accounts and coordinate with Seniors on AP issues.
• Enter and import AR invoices, manage deposits from credit card processors, update the check register, and review AR reports with Seniors.
• Record payroll journals and payroll bills accurately in the accounting system.
• Ensure proper documentation and support is maintained for every transaction.

Month-End Close Process Management

• Support and manage the month-end close process, including reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting.
• Prepare month-end close for small-size clients (less than $3K MRR).

Financial Reporting and Analysis

• Prepare financial statements and management reports for review.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Import and maintain various budgets in the accounting application to support planning and forecasting.

Compliance and Accounting Standards

• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and other applicable accounting standards.
• Assist in the development and implementation of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.

Audit Support

• Support internal and external audits, including basic audit preparation and documentation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field CA inter.

Preferred 3 to 5 years of experience in GL accounting.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software.

Open to exploring new processes.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Willingness to work from office or home or in hybrid model as per the requirements.

Self-starter, work with minimum guidance, ability and willingness to go extra mile to meet business requirements.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in GL accounting and experience working with US GAAP. AP background not required.

Our ideal candidate is someone who ensures compliance with US GAAP, performs accurate bookkeeping, manages the month-end close process, prepares and analyzes financial statements, supports audits, collaborates with teams for timely reporting, develops accounting policies.