Junior Accountant

OLIVER is on the lookout for an Accountant based in India to join an amazing team in an exciting, fast-growing business

About OLIVER Agency - APAC

Established in 2004, OLIVER is the world’s first and only specialist in designing, building, and running bespoke in-house agencies and marketing ecosystems for brands. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting. Our unique model drives creativity and efficiency, allowing us to deliver tailored solutions that resonate deeply with audiences.

The Brandtech Group, we're at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision-making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.

Accountant

Mumbai, India

Ambitious

Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible

Inspirational to do groundbreaking work

Responsibilities

• As a key member of the Finance team, the Accountant will be responsible for managing and overseeing the Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions. This role will also play a critical part in cash flow management, weekly forecasting activities, intercompany reconciliations, and supporting both internal and external audit and tax processes. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and possesses a strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Ensure timely and accurate payment of vendor invoices
• Manage vendor relationships and resolve invoice discrepancies
• Maintain accurate AP records and files
• Ensure compliance with relevant policies and procedures
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding receivables
• Apply customer payments accurately
• Maintain accurate AR records and files
• Initiate collections activities
• Ensure compliance with relevant policies and procedures
• Monitor weekly cash balances
• Preparing cash flow forecasts
• Identify and report on cash flow variances
• Recommend strategies to improve cash flow
• Participate in weekly forecasting activities
• Analyze financial data to support forecasting accuracy
• Assist in the preparation of forecast reports

Performing bank reconciliations

• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, i.e. prepare journal entries as needed
• Assist in the preparation and analysis of management reports post month-end closing

Perform other accounting duties as assigned

• Perform monthly intercompany account reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of intercompany transactions
• Investigate and resolve intercompany discrepancies in a timely manner
• Coordinate with other departments and regional entities to resolve reconciliation issues

Prepare and maintain intercompany reconciliation documentation

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports, including variance analysis
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules

Provide insightful commentary and explanations for financial results

• Assist in the development and improvement of management reporting processes
• Liaison with external parties (e.g. auditors, bankers, government bodies, tax agents)
• Assist with internal and external audit requests

Prepare schedules and documentation for auditors

• Assist with statutory, tax and regulatory compliance matters, i.e. tax preparation and filing, e-invoice submission, etc.
• Assist with ad-hoc financial analysis and projects as needed
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Contribute to process improvements within the finance department
• What you will need to be great in this role:

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field

• At least 1+ years of financial experience, preferably in multinational corporations
• Proficiency in accounting software, preferably NetSuite, and Microsoft excel
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• to succeed
• always learning and listening
• to understand
• Results-focused
• to exceed expectations
• actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist

Preferred

• Experience with cash flow management and forecasting is a plus
• Experience supporting audits and tax processes is a plus
• Passion for and inquisitive about AI and new technologies
• Understanding and knowledge of AI tools is beneficial, but ability to learn and digest benefits and features of AI tools is critical.

Req ID

19073

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Our recruitment process does not employ artificial intelligence for selection. We use AI to support efficiency and consistency, not to replace human judgement. Candidate evaluation and selection are conducted without AI-supported screening or decision-making. We are committed to a fair, thoughtful, and equitable experience for every candidate.

OLIVER,

a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

OLIVER has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission, embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.