# Associate - Finance

**Company:** [Karbon Business](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/fym4fWr1SM3rA7BBetQBAN.md)
**Location:** Bengaluru, India
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Finance

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## Description

### About Us

At Karbon, we're building the future of fintech with our flagship product, AI Accountant. By blending deep financial expertise with cutting-edge automation, we simplify bookkeeping, compliance, and financial operations for India's fastest-growing businesses. Backed by global investors like Y Combinator, we serve thousands of businesses and are rapidly scaling our Virtual Accountant (VA), which delivers end-to-end finance operations.

### Job Summary

We are looking for a highly driven Associate Finance to own end-to-end bookkeeping, compliance, and month-end closures for our group entities. In this role, you will ensure pristine financial records, manage tax compliance (GST & TDS), and drive workflow automation using modern tools. You will be instrumental in scaling our internal financial operations while bringing strong ownership and a tech-forward approach to everyday accounting tasks.

  

### Where You Can Create Impact

-   Manage full-cycle bookkeeping, ledger scrutiny, and comprehensive reconciliations for group entities.
-   Execute timely closures involving provisions, prepayments, accruals, and depreciation entries.
-   Ensure seamless GST compliance through timely filings, reconciliations, and vendor follow-ups.
-   Oversee complete TDS compliance, including monthly payments, quarterly returns, and form reconciliations
-   Provide active, ongoing support for MIS reporting and DNBS workings.
-   Enhance team efficiency by automating manual tasks using Excel, Power Query, and AI tools.
-   Drive prompt cross-team and vendor communication for efficient query resolution.

### Tools & Systems You'll Work With

-   Accounting & ERP: Zoho Books or equivalent accounting ERPs.
-   Compliance & Tax: CompuTax, ClearTax, GST portal, and TRACES.
-   Automation & Reporting: MS Excel, Power Query, Power Automate, and various AI tools.

## Requirements

### Must Have

-   2-4 years of experience with strong accounting and taxation fundamentals, specifically in bookkeeping, GST, and TDS.
-   Educational Background: Semi-qualified CA strongly preferred; B.Com/M.Com with hands-on CA-firm or corporate experience is acceptable.
-   High proficiency in reconciliations and month-end closing processes.
-   Advanced MS Excel skills, including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and reconciliation sheets.
-   Strict documentation discipline, including version control, SOP adherence, and maintaining a clear audit trail.
-   A deep sense of ownership and accountability, coupled with strict attention to detail and accuracy.
-   Strong spoken and written English skills for effective vendor and finance-team communication.

### Good to Have

-   Exposure to Zoho Books or similar accounting ERP systems.
-   Familiarity with CompuTax, ClearTax, or other leading tax software.
-   Prior experience with AI-implemented projects or workflow automation (e.g., Power Query, Power Automate).
-   Exposure to NBFC or other regulatory reporting frameworks.
-   A strong understanding of financial reporting and variance analysis.

## Benefits

### Our Way of Life — The Karbon Values

-   C – Collaborate to Win: We back each other and move with shared purpose—clients win when we win together.
-   E – Excel Relentlessly: Precision matters. We aim for accuracy, consistency, and excellence in every ledger.
-   O – Own It End-to-End: No loose ends. We take full responsibility—from data collection to final compliance.

### Perks & Benefits

-   Upskilling Policy: Access to courses, tools, and continuous learning.
-   Team Outings: Offsites and outings to celebrate wins and build camaraderie.
-   Flexible Work-from-Home: Up to 12 WFH days every 6 months.
-   Menstrual WFH: Women employees can avail up to 3 WFH days per month.
-   Mobility Benefits: Relocation support and travel allowances.
-   Parental Support: Maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.