Junior Analyst - Regional Reporting & Accounting

Role Overview

We are looking for a Junior Analyst to join our Regional Reporting and Accounting team in Kolkata. This role involves handling accounts payable and receivable functions, financial reconciliations, reporting, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Manage vendor invoices by processing and verifying all supporting documents to ensure accurate payments.
• Coordinate timely payments, reconcile vendor statements, and resolve any discrepancies in accounts payable.
• Maintain aging reports for outstanding payables and communicate with vendors and internal teams regarding payment queries.
• Assist with month-end accruals and closing activities related to accounts payable.
• Generate precise customer billing invoices and continuously monitor receivables.
• Follow up consistently on overdue customer payments and assist in collection efforts.
• Perform reconciliations of customer accounts and prepare aging reports to identify collection risks.
• Keep accurate records of cash receipts and payment adjustments in accounts receivable.
• Execute bank, vendor, and customer account reconciliations regularly to ensure financial accuracy.
• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes and assist in preparing AP/AR reports, dashboards, and management information systems (MIS) reports.
• Provide necessary documentation and support for audit reviews.
• Maintain compliance with established accounting policies and internal controls, ensuring proper documentation throughout.
• Identify any gaps in processes and suggest improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Assist in both internal and external audit activities.

Skills & Competencies

• Good understanding of fundamental accounting principles and bookkeeping processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel including functions like VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and various formulas.
• Familiarity with ERP software such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or equivalent systems.
• Strong analytical skills and detail-oriented approach in reconciliations.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to manage stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Key competencies include invoice processing, accounts payable and receivable management, financial reporting, problem-solving, and collaborating within teams.