Junior Accountant

Dept: Finance &Accounting;

Company: NJC Labs
Location Kakkanad, Kochi, Kerala, India

Job Type Full-Time, Permanent/Hybrid

Department Finance & Accounting

Reports To Senior Accountant / Finance Manager

Experience M.Com + 1 year | MBA Finance + 1 year

Minimum Marks 80% aggregate

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join our growing finance team in

Kochi. This is an excellent opportunity for a high-achieving finance graduate to build a strong foundation in

professional accounting, working alongside experienced colleagues in a agile and supportive environment.

You will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end processes, and

contributing to the financial health and transparency of our organisation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records including ledgers, journals, and reconciliations
- Process accounts payable and receivable transactions in a timely and accurate manner
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities
- Prepare bank reconciliation statements and resolve discrepancies
- Generate and review financial reports, statements, and summaries
- Support GST, TDS, and other statutory compliance requirements
- Assist in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts
- Maintain and update records within accounting software (Zoho Books, Xero, or QuickBooks)
- Liaise with internal teams and external auditors as required
- Perform data entry and ensure data integrity across financial systems
- Assist in ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as directed by the Finance Manager

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Educational Requirements

Preferred Qualification:

M.Com (Master of Commerce) or MBA (Master of Business Administration) in Finance

Detailed Eligibility Criteria:

 Candidates must have completed B.Com (Bachelor of Commerce) with a minimum aggregate of 80%,

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 Must have completed either:

o M.Com (Master of Commerce) with a minimum aggregate of 80%, or

o MBA (Master of Business Administration) in Finance with a minimum aggregate of 80%.

 Candidates should have at least 1 year of relevant accounting experience.

Required Skills & Competencies:

- Proficiency in at least one accounting platform: Zoho Books, Xero, or QuickBooks — hands-on

experience is essential

- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables, financial formulas, data

formatting)

- Solid understanding of accounting principles (double-entry bookkeeping, accruals, reconciliations)
- Familiarity with Indian statutory requirements: GST, TDS, PF/ESI
- Proficiency across the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong analytical and numerical reasoning ability
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English

PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES

- Experience working in a professional services, technology, or commercial environment
- Exposure to ERP systems or multi-currency accounting
- Pursuing or interested in CA Inter, CMA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Proactive self-starter with a genuine interest in career growth within finance

WHAT WE OFFER

- Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
- Structured mentoring and on-the-job learning from senior finance professionals
- Support for professional development and further qualifications
- Collaborative and inclusive team culture
- Modern office in the thriving Kakkanad tech corridor, Kochi
- Opportunity for rapid career progression for high performers

Head of recruitment: linkedin.com/in/fajnu

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

- What is your degree percentage?
- What is your current CTC?
- What is your expected CTC?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kochi, Kerala (Kochi)

📌 Junior Accountant (India)
🏢 NJC Labs
📍 India