Wise Monks hiring Freshers - Finance Associate (Freshers) @ Bengaluru Location
About Wisemonk:
Wisemonk is a global Employer of Record (EOR) and workforce management platform that helps international companies hire, pay, and manage talent in India compliantly. We work with fast-growing startups and enterprises across the US, EU, and SEA.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented Finance Associate to manage day-to-day accounting and financial recordkeeping. The role involves maintaining accurate books of accounts, supporting month-end close, ensuring statutory compliance, and enabling timely financial reporting.
Key Roles & Responsibilities:
Bookkeeping & Accounting
- Maintain accurate books of accounts including journal entries, ledgers, and supporting schedules
- Record accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
- Ensure proper classification of income and expenses
- Maintain complete documentation for all accounting entries
Payments & Receivables
- Process vendor payments after verifying approvals and supporting documents
- Track customer invoices, collections, and aging
- Support follow-ups for overdue receivables
Reconciliations
- Perform bank, cash, and credit card reconciliations on a regular basis
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
Month-End & Reporting Support
· Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities
· Prepare basic financial reports such as trial balance, expense reports, and AR/AP aging
· Support MIS preparation and audit requirements
Compliance Support
- Assist in preparation of data for GST, TDS, PF/ESI, and other statutory filings
- Maintain records required for statutory, internal, and external audits
Systems & Controls
- Ensure adherence to internal accounting controls and SOPs
- Maintain accuracy of data in accounting software (Preferably Zoho Books)
Qualifications & Skills:
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, or Finance
- Accounting / bookkeeping certification is an added advantage
Experience
- 0-1 years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting roles
- Experience in a startup preferred
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in accounting software (Zoho Books)
- Strong understanding of basic accounting principles
- Good working knowledge of MS Excel / Google Sheets
Soft Skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to meet deadlines and work independently
- Good communication and coordination skills
Key Performance Indicators:
- Accuracy of accounting entries
- Timeliness of reconciliations and month-end close
- Compliance with internal controls and audit requirements
- Reduction in accounting errors or rework
Career Growth
This role provides exposure to end-to-end accounting processes with opportunities to grow into Senior Accountant, Finance Analyst, or Controller roles.
