Finance Associate

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Finance Executive to independently manage the operations. This role requires someone who can handle accounting, statutory compliance, invoicing, taxation, payroll support, budgeting, and financial reporting while coordinating with external consultants, auditors, banks, and internal stakeholders. Job Role: Finance Executive Location: Pune Experience: 2 years Responsibilities: 1. Independently manage all day-to-day finance and accounting operations. 2. Prepare and maintain accurate books of accounts and financial records. 3. Generate customer invoices and ensure timely collections by following up on outstanding payments. 4. Process vendor bills and coordinate timely payments, perform periodic reconciliation of vendor ledgers to ensure accurate financial records and timely settlements. 5. Assist in GST return preparation, filing, reconciliation, and GST refund processes. 6. Support TDS calculations, return filing, and statutory compliance such as PF, ESIC, Professional Tax, Labour Welfare Fund. 7. Coordinate with Chartered Accountants for monthly, quarterly, and annual financial filings. 8. Prepare data and documentation required for statutory audits, tax audits, and financial audits, perform bank reconciliations and monitor daily cash flow. 9. Prepare budgets, monitor actual expenses against budgets, and perform variance analysis. 10. Support the HR team in payroll processing by validating salary inputs, statutory deductions, reimbursements, and final settlements. 11. Ensure compliance with applicable financial regulations and company policies. 12. Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and implement operational efficiencies. Key Skills & Competencies: • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting. • Hands-on experience with GST, TDS, Income Tax, PF, ESIC, and statutory compliances. • Experience in invoicing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and vendor management. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software such as Tally, Zoho Books, or QuickBooks. • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Preferred Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Commerce like B.Com ,Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline. • Certification in GST, TDS, Income Tax, Financial Accounting, or Advanced MS Excel will be an added advantage.