Accounts & Procurement Executive

Company Description

Helex is a preclinical biotechnology company developing a new class of targeted medicines for genetic kidney diseases using its proprietary LNP drug delivery and AI-based drug design platforms. With a world-class team of scientists and drug developers, Helex operates from ASPIRE BioNEST, Hyderabad, India, and New York, USA, and is supported by Bayer Co.Lab Cambridge.

Role Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive

Accounts & Procurement Executive

to manage financial operations, compliance, and procurement processes. The role involves maintaining accurate books of accounts, ensuring timely statutory filings, and coordinating with vendors and internal teams to support smooth day-to-day operations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in accounting, experience with

Zoho Books

, and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced startup environment.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Compliance

Record daily accounting transactions in

Zoho Books

and ensure accuracy in ledgers and financial records.

Perform

bank reconciliations

, monitor cash flow, and assist with fund utilization tracking.

Manage

payroll processing

and ensure compliance with statutory requirements (PF, ESI, PT, TDS, GST).

Prepare and file

monthly, quarterly, and annual returns

on time.

Generate and analyze

P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements

Support internal and external

audits

with reconciliations, schedules, and documentation.

Maintain

project-wise budgets

and provide monthly variance analysis and expense reports.

Prepare and present

monthly MIS reports

, supporting overall business reporting to the COO, CBO, and investors.

Procurement & Vendor Management

Create and manage

Purchase Orders (POs)

, track quotations, and ensure timely delivery.

Verify and process vendor invoices against POs and goods received.

Maintain organized vendor records and ensure timely payment follow-ups.

Coordinate with internal teams to plan and manage inventory and consumable requirements.

Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in

Commerce, Accounting, or Finance

2–4 years

of relevant experience in accounting, finance operations, or procurement.

Hands-on experience with

Zoho Books

and

MS Excel

(advanced formulas, pivot tables).

Sound knowledge of

GST, TDS, PF, ESI

, and related statutory compliance.

Experience with

project-wise cost tracking

or budgeting tools is preferred.

Excellent communication and coordination skills, with attention to detail.

Experience in a

startup or R&D environment

will be an advantage.

What We Offer

Competitive salary with

health insurance

and

PF

benefits.

Eligibility for

ESOPs

as per company policy.

Exposure to a

fast-growing biotech startup

and close collaboration with leadership.

Opportunity to contribute directly to the operational and scientific foundation of a global biotech company.