Senior Associate - Finance

Cerebras; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work setup

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development budget

Home office stipend

Job summary

Branch International seeks a Senior Associate in Finance to manage corporate accounts, monthly closes, and tax compliance within a growing NBFC. You will work with cross-functional teams to drive accurate reporting and strong controls.

The role requires IndAS/IGAAP expertise, strong problem-solving, and the ability to operate in a hybrid Mumbai setup. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant with corporate accounting and financial reporting experience.
• NBFC/financial services sector experience is an added advantage.
• Exposure to IndAS/IGAAP and end-to-end book closure processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in corporate accounting activities including monthly and period-end book closures.
• Support statutory, internal, and tax audits and respond to auditor queries.
• Ensure compliance with IndAS / IGAAP and maintain robust controls.
• Collaborate across Ops, Credit, Finance, and Engineering to enable efficient processes.

Skills

Excel

NetSuite

SAP

Financial reporting

Data analysis

Internal controls

Education

Chartered Accountant

Tools

NetSuite

SAP

Job description

Branch is a leading AI-powered lending fintech with 50M+ downloads across India and Africa. We use alternative data and machine learning to expand financial access for millions of people traditionally excluded from the formal financial system. Founded by the former CEO of Kiva.org and backed by leading investors including Andreessen Horowitz, Visa, and the IFC, Branch combines mission-driven impact with world-class technology and scale.In India, Branch operates as a regulated digital lending institution and Middle Layer NBFC, building trusted and accessible financial products for millions of customers across the country. Our 250+ member India team is growing rapidly and works across technology, data science, risk, product, and operations to solve high-impact problems at scale.

Certified as a Great Place to Work in 2025, Branch offers the opportunity to build meaningful careers while shaping the future of inclusive fintech in one of the world's fastest-growing digital economies.

Job Overview

Branch is seeking a talented Individual on the post of Senior Associate in the Finance department for taking care of Corporate accounts and tax compliances. In this role, you will oversee the day-to-day accounting activities. The focus will include compliance with IndAs accounting standards, support in monthly book closure and audits, and other projects. You will collaborate with our Ops, Credit, Finance, engineering teams to drive legal operations and compliance culture. This position offers a unique opportunity to enhance your accounting skills in a dynamic and diverse environment.

Requirements

• Assist in and independently handle corporate accounting activities, including monthly and period-end book closures
• Exposure to accounting for debt, borrowings, and treasury-related transactions is preferred.
• Ensure accounting and reporting are in line with applicable accounting standards (Ind-AS / IGAAP), as applicable
• Prepare and maintain working papers, schedules, and reconciliations to support financial reporting and audits
• Support statutory, internal, and tax audits, including responding to auditor queries and providing relevant data
• Work on process improvements, documentation, and standardisation of accounting workflows
• Ensure appropriate controls and checks at the transaction and process level to maintain data accuracy and integrity
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of assigned areas, and close issues in a timely manner
• Communicate clearly and effectively with internal stakeholders and auditors
• Working knowledge of ERP systems such as NetSuite or SAP is an added advantage
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• High attention to detail with a strong control and risk awareness mindset

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (2–4 years of experience) or Semi-Qualified Chartered Accountant (4–6 years of experience)
• Experience in handling corporate accounting and financial reporting
• Prior experience in the NBFC / financial services sector is an added advantage
• Exposure to Big4 or mid-size CA firms is preferred.
• Experience working in a process-driven or growing organisation is an advantage

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary and equity package
• Fast-paced, collaborative, and high-autonomy work culture
• Hybrid work setup designed for flexibility and work-life balance
• Fully paid group medical insurance and personal accident insurance
• Generous paid time off, plus company-declared public holidays
• Fully paid parental leave for fathers and non-birthing parents (12 weeks), in addition to 26 weeks of statutory maternity leave
• Monthly WFH stipend, along with a one-time home office setup budget
• $500 annual professional development budget
• Quarterly social meet-ups and sponsored monthly team lunches

Branch International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company does not and will not discriminate in employment on any basis prohibited by applicable law.