Junior Accountant

Thyme India Pvt Ltd; Kolkata District; On-site; INR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Thyme Group is hiring a Junior Accountant for our Kolkata on-site operations. The role involves recording financial transactions, maintaining ledgers, and assisting with accounts payable/receivable, with month-end close support.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, and strong Excel skills, with attention to detail and good communication to collaborate with finance and operations teams.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in basic accounting principles including ledger maintenance, journal entries and reconciliations.
• Proficiency with accounting software and MS Excel for data analysis.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks under deadlines.
• Effective communication and collaboration with internal teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Record financial transactions and maintain ledgers.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable, and bill processing.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and document audits.

Skills

Ledger maintenance

Journal entries

Reconciliations

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Accounting software

MS Excel

Job description

Company Description

Thyme Group is fast expanding company with companies in India, Germany, UK, Hong Kong. We have grown into an established enterprise with a strong reputation for quality, competitive and transparent pricing. The company’s growth is driven by deep industry experience and a resilient, forward-looking approach that embraces new opportunities and emerging markets. Over the past 25 years, Thyme India has built a significant presence in refractories, refractory raw materials, machinery raw materials, abrasives, ceramics, aluminium, paints and coatings, brushes, steel, insulating materials, and chemicals. The organization focuses on strengthening existing product lines while actively seeking diversification and expansion of its customer base. This environment offers team members exposure to a broad industrial portfolio and long-term professional development.

Role Description

The Junior Accountant will handle day-to-day accounting operations, including recording financial transactions, maintaining ledgers, and assisting with accounts payable and receivable. Responsibilities include preparing basic financial reports, supporting bank reconciliations, helping with invoice processing, and ensuring accurate documentation of expenses and revenues. The role also involves assisting senior accounting staff with month-end and year-end closing activities, maintaining compliance with internal controls, and supporting audits with organized records. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Kolkata, requiring regular collaboration with finance and operations teams to support smooth business operations.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in basic accounting principles, including ledger maintenance, journal entries, and reconciliations.


• Proficiency with accounting software and MS Excel (spreadsheets, formulas, and data analysis tools).


• Attention to detail, accuracy in data entry, and ability to manage multiple tasks within deadlines.


• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with internal teams and external stakeholders.


• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field; professional certifications or coursework in accounting are an advantage.


• Ability to work on-site in Kolkata and maintain professional conduct in a fast-paced industrial business environment.


• Prior internship or junior-level experience in accounting or finance is preferred but not mandatory.