Associate - Accounting

Davies Group; Pune District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Davies Group in Pune is seeking an Accounting Associate to join Corporate Finance. You will support financial operations, manage daily accounting entries, reconciliations, and assist with management reporting, VAT/GST compliance, and audits.

The role emphasizes accuracy, process discipline, and proactive problem solving in a fast-paced environment. Key tasks include cash flow reporting, vendor reconciliations, month-end activities, and supporting fixed asset verifications and ad-hoc analyses.

Qualifications

• CA qualified or MBA with 2–3 years of experience; or a graduate with 5–7 years.
• GST filings, reconciliations, and audit support experience advantageous.
• Strong MS Excel, analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Management Support: Prepare Management Pack schedules and bi-weekly cash flow reports; support project-focused accounting and drive process improvements.
• Accounting & Reconciliations: Manage daily entries, perform bank and ledger reconciliations, prepare weekly vendor aging reports, and ensure statutory reconciliations.
• Taxation & Compliance: Review GST returns and liaise with consultants for GST refunds and compliance queries.
• Cash & Credit Management: Monitor receivables and conduct follow-ups for timely collections.
• Process Improvement & Issue Resolution: Identify improvements in financial systems, investigate discrepancies, and support Fixed Asset Verification.
• Ad-hoc reporting: Prepare reports and analyses as required by management.

Skills

Accounting principles

Financial reporting

Tax regulations

ERP systems

MS Excel

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

CA Qualified

MBA with 2-3 years

Graduate with 5-7 years

Tools

Tally

D365 (Dynamics 365)

Job description

Associate - Accounting

Department: Corporate Finance

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Pune

Reporting To: Rashmith Shetty

Description

The Accounting Associate will play a key role in supporting the company's financial operations by ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting across multiple financial functions. This role involves managing daily accounting activities, performing reconciliations, assisting with management reporting, and supporting both statutory and internal audit processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset to drive process efficiency and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Management Support

• Assist in the preparation of Management Pack schedules and related financial reports.
• Prepare and maintain bi-weekly cash flow reports, providing insights for decision-making.
• Support project-focused accounting deliverables, ensuring financial accuracy and control.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial reporting systems and processes.

Accounting & Reconciliations

• Manage daily accounting entries in compliance with company policies.
• Perform bank reconciliations on a day-to-day basis, ensuring timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Conduct ledger reconciliations with vendors and customers to maintain accurate records.
• Prepare and review weekly vendor-wise aging reports for effective payable management.
• Ensure statutory dues reconciliations such as TDS, GST, PF, etc., are completed accurately and on time.
• Facilitate monthly billing and e-invoicing activities, ensuring adherence to statutory requirements.

Taxation & Compliance

• Review monthly and annual GST returns and ensure accurate and timely filing.
• Liaise with external consultants for documentation related to GST refunds and compliance queries.
• Ensure all financial records are audit-ready, supporting statutory, internal, and GRC audits as required.

Cash & Credit Management

• Manage credit control and cash management functions to optimize working capital.
• Monitor customer receivables and ensure timely collections through proactive follow-ups.

Process Improvement & Issue Resolution

• Continuously identify opportunities to enhance financial systems and workflows.
• Investigate financial discrepancies or process issues and implement corrective actions.
• Support cross-functional teams for Fixed Asset Verification (Register vs Actuals) and related reconciliations.
• Prepare ad-hoc reports and analyses as required by management.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and tax regulations.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Tally, D365).
• Advanced MS Excel and data analysis skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and coordination skills across teams.

Qualifications & Experience

• CA Qualified / MBA with 2-3 years of experience / Graduate with 5-7 years of experience

Experience in GST filings, reconciliations, and audit support will be an advantage.