Finance Assistant

Mindgrove; Chennai District; On-site; INR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Mentorship from professionals

Job summary

Mindgrove Technologies Pvt Ltd is seeking a Finance Assistant to join the finance and accounting team in Chennai. The role emphasizes accurate daily data entry, transaction processing, ledger maintenance, and support for month-end closing.

The ideal candidate will have a foundation in accounting principles, be proficient with Excel, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Experience with Tally, Zoho Books, or SAP is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or CA Intermediate.
• 1–3 years of experience in a finance assistant, bookkeeping, or data entry role; internships welcome.
• Strong proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets and familiarity with accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day data entry and ledger maintenance, including AP/AR and general ledger entries.
• Daily financial operations: bank reconciliations, cash flow monitoring, expense processing.
• Administrative support and compliance: month-end/year-end closing, basic financial summaries.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/BA or CA Intermediate

Tools

Tally

Zoho Books

SAP

Excel

Job description

Mindgrove Technologies Pvt Ltd | Full time

Finance Assistant

Chennai City Corporation, India | Posted on 07/09/2026

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Finance Assistant to join our finance and accounting team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the company. Your primary focus will be ensuring accurate daily data entry, processing financial transactions, maintaining up-to-date ledgers, and supporting the month-end closing process.

The ideal candidate has a strong foundational knowledge of accounting principles, is highly efficient with spreadsheets, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Day-to-Day Data Entry & Ledger Maintenance

Accurately input daily financial transactions, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), and general ledger entries into the accounting software.

Verify, classify, and post daily receipts, sales invoices, and vendor bills.

Maintain and update internal financial sheets, trackers, and digital filing systems for easy retrieval and audit readiness.

2. Daily Financial Operations

Perform daily bank reconciliations to ensure bank statements match internal accounting records.

Monitor daily cash flow activity and assist in processing employee expense reports.

Follow up on outstanding customer invoices and assist in resolving billing discrepancies or payment delays.

3. Administrative & Compliance Support

Assist the finance manager with month-end and year-end closing activities.

Prepare basic daily or weekly financial summaries.

Ensure all financial documentation complies with internal controls and standard company procedures.

Requirements

Required Qualifications & Skills

Education & Experience

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a CA Intermediate.

Experience: 1–3 years of experience in a finance assistant, bookkeeping, or data entry clerk role. Entry-level candidates with strong internship experience are welcome to apply.

Technical & Soft Skills

Software Proficiency: Hands‑on experience with accounting software (e.g., Tally, Zoho Books, or SAP) and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables).

Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in data entry and mathematical calculations.

Time Management: Ability to prioritize daily recurring tasks effectively to meet strict daily and weekly deadlines.

Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with internal teams, vendors, and clients.

What We Offer

Competitive salary package.

Opportunities for career growth and mentorship from seasoned financial professionals.