Associate Accountant

At Appfire, we believe that great work happens when people get to choose how they work. After 20 years of creating software that empowers teams to break silos and collaborate seamlessly, we've learned that one size does not fit all. We’re a team of 800+ employees, working remotely across 28 countries. Our flagship products include: JXL, Comala Document Management, 7Pace Time Tracker, Jira Misc Workflow Extensions, and BigPicture. In this role, you'll support the day-to-day accounting operations, month-end close, compliance, and statutory reporting for our India entity. You'll work closely with senior finance leaders to ensure financial records are accurate, timely, and compliant with Indian statutory requirements, GAAP, and company policies. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and wants to build broad experience across accounting, tax, and compliance. What You'll Do Accounting Operations Process daily accounting transactions and support month-end and quarter-end close activities. Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules. Maintain accurate financial records and ensure the integrity of accounting data. Support monthly financial reporting and audit requirements. Process Accounts Payable invoices and employee expense reimbursements in accordance with company policies. Reconcile vendor statements and monitor supplier payments within the ERP system. Support banking administration activities, including FIRC documentation and other banking-related requirements. Tax & Compliance Prepare supporting data for statutory and tax-related activities, including: Payroll Tax Employee TDS Provident Fund (PF) Professional Tax (PT) National Pension Scheme (NPS) Support quarterly vendor TDS filings and Form 16A issuance. Maintain documentation required for statutory compliance and tax reporting. Audit & Regulatory Support Prepare financial schedules and supporting documentation for internal and external audits. Organize and analyze financial data to support reporting and compliance activities. Assist with SEZ documentation and tracking of inward and outward movement of goods. Support annual regulatory filings and renewals, including GST LUT, IEC, Trade License, Professional Tax, Shops & Establishment Certificate, and Labour Welfare Fund. What We're Looking For Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 2–5 years of accounting experience, including Accounts Payable, General Ledger, and financial compliance. Experience supporting month-end close and financial reporting. Hands-on experience with NetSuite ERP , Coupa , and Navan . Working knowledge of Indian GAAP (Ind AS) , GST , and Indian statutory accounting requirements. Strong Microsoft Excel skills and attention to detail. Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively across teams. Why Join Us? Work alongside a collaborative global Finance team. Gain exposure to a broad range of accounting, tax, and compliance activities. Be part of a growing technology company where your work has a direct impact. Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development. Equity Every Appfire team member is eligible for company equity, fostering a true sense of ownership and connection to our growth. Paid time off Employees enjoy 21 days of paid annual leave, 10 paid public holidays, and unlimited short-term paid sick leave for personal illness or injury. After completing 5 years of work at Appfire paid annual leave will increase to 26 days. Employees can encash unused and accrued annual leave if they decide to leave Appfire. Training and personal development Grow with Appfire University — our custom, on-demand learning platform designed to support your continuous development. Insurance Coverage Appfire provides comprehensive group health insurance for you and your family, including dependent parents, at no additional cost. Coverage also includes parental protection, personal accident insurance, and term life insurance aligned with job level. In addition, we offer telehealth services with access to qualified doctors for everyday health needs. Work From Home Allowance To support your remote work setup, Appfire provides a work-from-home allowance of up to INR 12,000 per year, paid monthly. Volunteering Every employee receives 3 fully paid days each year to participate in our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program supporting local communities. Other benefits We offer a crèche benefit for employees coming to the office to help parents balance work and childcare. Flexibility that fits how you work best This role is fully remote within India, with the option to work from our Hyderabad office, if you enjoy an on-site setting or like dropping by the office occasionally. Market recognition Appfire has been consistently recognized for company growth, culture, corporate social responsibility, and product excellence and has been included among the Deloitte Technology Fast 500, Inc. Best Workplaces, BuiltIn Best Places to Work, and Inc. 5000. Equal Employer Opportunity (EEO) Appfire is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable law. Our commitment extends to all employment practices, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination.