Finance Associate

Designation: Finance Associate Qualification: Semi-qualified CA/CMA, or B.Com with an MBA in Finance or equivalent Experience: 3–6 years Shift Timings: Approximately 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM IST Work Mode: Remote (India) | Occasional travel or coordination as required Preferred ERP: Zoho Books Key Responsibilities

1. D2C and Channel Accounting Help design and improve sales-to-books processes and integrations as sales channels scale. Account for sales through company-owned Shopify storefronts and quick-commerce platforms such as Blinkit, Zepto, and Swiggy Instamart. Reconcile orders, returns, payment gateway transactions, Cash on Delivery (COD) settlements, channel payouts, and deductions with the books of account. Track channel-wise inventory, consignment or Sale-or-Return (SOR) stock, and margins, wherever applicable.
2. Reporting and MIS Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly MIS and management reports, as required. Prepare supporting schedules, reconciliations, and analyses for review by senior finance team members.
3. Banking and Treasury Support Execute and record payments, perform bank reconciliations, and track fund positions across entities. Support cash flow monitoring and disciplined working capital management.
4. Accounting and Bookkeeping Maintain complete and accurate books of account for each portfolio company using Zoho Books. Record purchases, sales, expenses, bank transactions, and journal entries while ensuring that ledgers remain accurate and reconciled. Perform monthly book closures and prepare financial statements for review.
5. Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable Prepare and issue invoices to customers and channel partners, and track and follow up on collections. Process vendor bills and payments in accordance with approved policies while ensuring prudent management of credit cycles. Maintain accounts receivable (AR) and accounts payable (AP) ageing reports, and proactively escalate overdue balances and exceptions.
6. Statutory and Compliance Support Prepare accurate data and working papers for GST, TDS, and other statutory filings handled by external consultants. Maintain compliance calendars and ensure that supporting documentation is audit-ready. Support annual audits and statutory financial statement preparation.
7. Controls and Documentation Follow and help strengthen internal controls, approval workflows, and record-keeping practices. Maintain organised, audit-ready records for each entity to ensure traceability, accuracy, and continuity. Role Requirements Hands-on experience with Zoho Books is essential. Proven experience in accounting for D2C sales through Shopify and quick-commerce platforms, including settlement and payout reconciliations. Strong accounting fundamentals and working knowledge of GST and TDS. Strong Excel skills. Excellent attention to detail, reliability, and discipline in meeting deadlines and maintaining documentation. Ability to manage multiple entities and competing priorities consistently and accurately. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work within a structured review framework. Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with lean teams. Experience in implementing D2C and quick-commerce accounting best practices and improving evolving finance processes is a strong advantage. Candidate Background Qualification: Semi-qualified CA/CMA, or B.Com with an MBA in Finance or equivalent. Experience: 3–6 years of relevant experience in accounting, bookkeeping, and compliance. Industry Preference: Experience with D2C brands, consumer businesses, or startups is strongly preferred. Additional Advantage: Experience managing accounting and reporting across multiple entities. Work Location Remote – India, with occasional travel or coordination as required.