Senior Finance Associate

unreconciled; Indore District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Unreconciled in Indore, India, is seeking a Senior Associate to lead complex financial operations for UK/US clients, mentor junior staff, and drive process improvements.

You will manage multi-entity reconciliations, consolidation, and IFRS 15 revenue recognition, while coordinating with tax advisors and supporting ERP migrations. A strong client-facing track record and advanced Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• ACCA Affiliate or Member; CA/CPA or equivalent qualification is required.
• 3–5 years in accounting/finance with at least 2 years in a client-facing outsourced environment.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with Xero, QuickBooks Online, and NetSuite.
• Strong knowledge of UK/US GAAP and tax regulations; multi‑currency consolidation experience.
• Familiarity with automation tools and data analytics for process improvements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication for non‑finance stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex bookkeeping tasks, multi-entity reconciliations, and consolidated financial reporting across jurisdictions.
• Prepare management accounts, work papers, variance analyses, KPI tracking and trend analysis.
• Serve as primary client contact, manage expectations and resolve complex queries.
• Oversee project reconciliations, job costing, and profitability analysis for agencies and production companies.
• Lead month-end close, IFRS 15 revenue recognition, and accurate financial statements.
• Assist VAT/GST returns, sales tax compliance, and coordinate with tax advisors.
• Support ERP migrations and automation initiatives using Xero, QuickBooks Online, NetSuite and related systems.
• Mentor junior associates and contribute to training.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Xero

QuickBooks Online

NetSuite

UK GAAP/US GAAP

Multi-currency accounting

Power BI

Automation tools

Education

ACCA Affiliate or Member; CA/CPA or equivalent

Tools

Zapier

Power BI

Job description

About The Role

At Unreconciled, we take the stress out of finance by providing outsourced financial management solutions for businesses in the UK and the US. As a growing offshored finance firm, we specialise in managing finance functions for mid-size businesses, including bookkeeping, payroll, financial reporting, and investor-ready presentations. We are looking for an experienced Senior Associate to join our collaborative team.

In this fast-paced, hands-on role, you will lead complex financial operations for our clients, mentor junior team members, and drive process improvements. This role requires advanced financial expertise and client management skills, with a clear path to Project Coordinator or Controller roles within the next 2-3 years.

Key Responsibilities

• Advanced Financial Operations: Lead complex bookkeeping tasks, multi-entity reconciliations, and consolidated financial reporting across multiple jurisdictions.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare comprehensive management accounts, work papers, and financial analysis including variance reports, KPI tracking, and trend analysis.
• Client Relationship Management: Act as primary point of contact for assigned clients, managing expectations, resolving complex queries, and ensuring service excellence.
• Project-Based Accounting: Oversee project reconciliations, job costing, and profitability analysis for creative agencies and production companies.
• Month-End Leadership: Lead month-end closing activities, ensuring accuracy in accruals, prepayments, revenue recognition (IFRS 15), and financial statement preparation.
• Tax & Compliance Support: Assist with VAT/GST returns, sales tax compliance, and coordinate with tax advisors for complex matters.
• System Implementation: Support ERP migrations, automation initiatives, and process improvements using Xero, QuickBooks, NetSuite, and other financial systems.
• Team Development: Mentor junior associates, review their work, and contribute to training initiatives.
• Strategic Support: Assist in preparing board packs, investor reports, and financial models for fundraising activities.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years in accounting/finance roles, with at least 2 years in a client-facing environment or outsourced accounting firm.
• Educational Qualification: ACCA Affiliate or Member or equivalent qualification (CA, CPA, or other recognized accounting qualification).
• Technical Skills:
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modeling)
• Expert knowledge of Xero, QuickBooks Online, and exposure to NetSuite
• Strong understanding of UK/US GAAP and tax regulations
• Experience with consolidation and multi-currency accounting
• Familiarity with automation tools (Zapier, Power BI)
• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with ability to explain complex financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders.

Key Attributes

• Leadership Potential: Natural ability to guide teams and take ownership of client deliverables.
• Analytical Mindset: Strong problem-solving skills with ability to identify process improvements and implement solutions.
• Client-Centric: Proven track record of managing client relationships and exceeding expectations.
• Detail-Oriented: Maintains accuracy while managing multiple complex tasks and tight deadlines.
• Proactive: Anticipates client needs and identifies issues before they elevate.

Industry Expertise (Preferred)

• Tech startups and SaaS businesses
• Creative agencies and media production companies
• Web3 and blockchain companies
• Retail and hospitality sectors

Team Structure

• Reports to the Project Coordinator or Financial Controller
• Supervises and mentors 2-3 junior associates
• Collaborates with Controllers and Partners on strategic client matters
• Direct client interaction for day-to-day operations and escalations

Skills: finance,financial reporting,accounting