Senior Associate - Accounting

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

Job summary

Davies Group in Pune is seeking a Senior Associate - Accounting to support IFRS accounting, group reporting, and consolidation processes. The role emphasizes accuracy, collaboration, and delivery of high-quality financial information across multiple entities.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of relevant experience, familiarity with Planful, ERP systems, and strong English communication. The position is full-time and based in Pune, reporting to the Group Finance team.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial accounting and reporting in a corporate setting.
• Proven ability to apply IFRS and manage group reporting processes.
• Strong IT literacy and advanced Excel skills including Power Query.

Responsibilities

• Apply IFRS across the Group and support audit documentation.
• Assist in preparing monthly holding company trial balances and statutory financial statements.
• Support monthly consolidated balance sheet and cash flow statements, and timely close activities.
• Provide analysis and support to the Director of Group Finance and wider Finance team.

Skills

IFRS accounting

Group reporting

Planful

Excel

ERP systems

English communication

Attention to detail

Education

Part qualified Chartered Accountant (CA)

Tools

Planful

Job description

Senior Associate - Accounting

Department: Accounting & Finance

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Pune

Description

The Financial Assistant supports the delivery of high-quality financial accounting and reporting across the Group. The role contributes to statutory reporting, consolidation processes, acquisition accounting, and ongoing improvements to financial controls, ensuring accuracy and compliance in a fast-paced environment. The position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively within a high performing Finance function.

Key Responsibilities

IFRS Accounting & Technical Support

• Support the Group Financial Accountant with the application of IFRS across the Group.
• Assist in preparing IFRS aligned workings and supporting documentation for audit and statutory reporting.

Group Reporting

• Assist in preparing the monthly holding company trial balances.
• Support the preparation of statutory financial statements for legal entities across the Group.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance in all areas of statutory and management reporting.

Group Reporting & Consolidation

• Assist in preparing the monthly consolidated balance sheet and cash flow statements.
• Develop an understanding of consolidation principles and system processes to ensure high quality Group reporting.
• Contribute to timely and accurate month end, quarter end, and yearend close activities.

Ad Hoc and Cross Functional Support

• Provide analysis and technical support to the Director of Group Finance and the wider Finance team.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at strengthening reporting quality, system efficiency, and process robustness.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• 3-5 years of relevant industry experience ·
• Previously worked in Group reporting & Technical accounting
• Part qualified Chartered Accountant (CA).
• Ability to interpret and manage financial information across multiple companies and business units.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills are necessary.
• High level of IT literacy, including strong Excel skills (including Power Query); experience with Planful is an advantage.
• Knowledge of financial accounting, process, and systems.
• Good working knowledge and experience of ERP’s
• Proactive, curious, and committed to improving processes and delivering high quality output.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast moving, dynamic environment.
• Demonstrates personal pride, professionalism, and accountability
• Ability to meet established deadlines while maintaining high accuracy and quality Strong numerical accuracy, organizational skills, and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal English language communication skills, ability to articulate complex information.
• Experience with Planful is an advantage.