Senior Finance Associate

Branch International; Mumbai; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work setup

Group medical insurance

Parental leave

Home office stipend

Job summary

Branch International is seeking a Senior Associate in Finance to manage corporate accounts and tax compliance. You will oversee day-to-day accounting, ensure Ind-AS/IGAAP adherence, support monthly book closures and audits, and collab with Ops, Credit, Finance, and Engineering teams to strengthen controls in a dynamic NBFC environment.

The role offers a hybrid work setup and an opportunity to grow within a fast‑growing fintech.

Qualifications

• Assist in corporate accounting activities including period-end closures.
• Experience with Ind-AS/IGAAP accounting standards, NBFC context preferred.
• Support audits and data requests from statutory and internal teams.
• Exposure to debt, borrowings, and treasury-related transactions is a plus.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and strong Excel proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day corporate accounting activities and monthly closures.
• Ensure reporting aligns with Ind-AS/IGAAP and internal policies.
• Assist in audits and respond to auditor queries with data.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Ops, Credit, Finance, and Engineering.
• Drive process improvements and ensure strong controls and data integrity.
• Support tax compliance and statutory requirements as needed.

Skills

Corporate accounting

Financial reporting

Audit support

Excel

Communication

NetSuite

Education

Chartered Accountant

Semi-Qualified CA

Tools

NetSuite

SAP

Microsoft Excel

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
• 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. We’re looking for more than just qualifications -- so if you’re unsure that you meet the criteria, please do not hesitate to apply!