: Process Associate – Finance & Accounting (F&A;)

Location: Work from Office (No Hybrid / WFH / Remote)

Shift: Night Shift – 7:30 PM to 4:30 AM

Working Days: Monday to Friday (5 days a week)

Job Title: Process Associate – Finance & Accounting (F&A;)

Experience: 0–2 Years

Department: Finance & Accounting

Functional Areas: General Ledger (GL), Record-to-Report (RTR), Accounts Payable (AP), and Accounts Receivable (AR)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are looking for a detail-oriented and motivated Process Associate – Finance & Accounting (F&A;) to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will support day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger activities, account reconciliations, month-end and year-end closing, accounts payable, and accounts receivable processes. This role is suitable for fresh graduates and candidates with up to 2 years of experience who are eager to develop their accounting knowledge, analytical skills, and expertise in financial processes.

Key Responsibilities

- Process journal entries, general ledger transactions, and routine accounting activities accurately and efficiently.
- Assist with Record-to-Report (RTR) activities, including account reconciliations and financial reporting support.
- Support month-end and year-end closing activities by preparing schedules, reviewing balances, and completing assigned tasks within deadlines.
- Process vendor invoices, payment requests, and accounts payable transactions in accordance with established procedures.
- Support customer invoicing, cash applications, payment allocation, and accounts receivable activities.
- Perform basic account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and assist in resolving routine accounting issues.
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure proper documentation of accounting transactions.
- Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Service Level Agreements (SLAs), internal controls, and quality standards.




- Identify and report process errors, discrepancies, and opportunities for process improvement.
- Coordinate with internal teams and relevant stakeholders to resolve routine queries and ensure timely completion of activities.
- Maintain confidentiality of financial information and comply with company policies and accounting guidelines.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or a related field (B.Com, BBA Finance, M.Com, or equivalent).
- 0–2 years of experience in finance, accounting, bookkeeping, or related operations.
- Basic understanding of accounting principles, journal entries, general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
- Basic knowledge of account reconciliation and financial closing processes.
- Valuable working knowledge of MS Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong attention to detail, numerical accuracy, and organizational skills.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Willingness to learn new accounting systems and follow established processes.

Preferred Skills and Software Knowledge

Knowledge of the following accounting software will be an added advantage:
- QuickBooks (QB)

- Sage Intacct

- Microsoft Excel
- Other accounting, ERP, or financial management systems

Key Competencies

- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Basic analytical and problem-solving skills
- Time management and ability to meet deadlines

- Teamwork and collaboration

- Process orientation and compliance
- Adaptability and willingness to learn

- Professionalism and accountability

What We Offer

- Opportunity to build a career in Finance & Accounting operations.
- Hands-on exposure to GL, RTR, AP, and AR processes.
- Learning opportunities in accounting systems and financial operations.
- A cooperative work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Ideal Candidate: A motivated graduate with a foundation in accounting principles, strong attention to detail, and an interest in developing a career in Finance & Accounting.

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