Position: Sr Accounting Associate

Location: Mumbai, India

About LRN:

LRN is the world’s leading dedicated ethics and compliance SaaS company, helping more than 30 million people every year navigate complex regional and global regulatory environments and build ethical, responsible cultures. With over 3,000 clients across the US, EMEA, APAC, and Latin America—including some of the world’s most respected and successful brands—we’re proud to be the long-term partner trusted to reduce organizational risk and drive principled performance.

Named one of Inc Magazine’s 5000 Fastest-Growing Companies, LRN is redefining how organizations turn values into action. Our state-of-the-art platform combines intuitive design, mobile accessibility, robust analytics, and industry benchmarking—enabling organizations to create, manage, deliver, and audit ethics and compliance programs with confidence. Backed by a unique blend of technology, education, and expert advisement, LRN helps companies turn their values into real-world behaviors and leadership practices that deliver lasting competitive advantage.

About the role:

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Accounts Associate to support accounting operations, financial reporting, vendor payments, reconciliations, payroll accounting, statutory compliance, and audit activities. The ideal candidate should possess strong accounting knowledge, experience in handling end-to-end accounting processes, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced multinational environment.

Requirements

What you’ll do:

General Accounting

• Prepare and post journal entries accurately and timely.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations.
• Maintain general ledger accounts and ensure accuracy of financial records.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare supporting schedules for financial reporting.

Accounts Payable & Employee Reimbursements

• Process vendor invoices and ensure compliance with approval workflows.
• Review and process employee expense reimbursements.
• Perform vendor account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Support timely processing of vendor payments.

Payroll Accounting

• Review payroll-related accounting entries and reconciliations.
• Reconcile payroll liabilities, employee benefits, and statutory deductions.
• Coordinate with payroll and HR teams for accounting-related queries

Statutory Compliance

• Support GST, TDS, Professional Tax, PF, ESIC, and other statutory compliances.
• Maintain compliance documentation and records.
• Assist in responding to notices and queries from regulatory authorities.

Audit & Internal Controls

• Prepare schedules and supporting documents for internal and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls.
• Assist in implementing process improvements and strengthening financial controls.

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare financial reports and variance analysis as required.
• Support management reporting and ad-hoc finance requests.
• Monitor balance sheet reconciliations and outstanding items.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities for automation and process enhancements.
• Participate in system implementation and process improvement initiatives.
• Maintain and update accounting process documentation.

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or Business 

• 5–7 years of relevant accounting experience.

• Strong knowledge of Accounting Principles and Financial Reporting.
• Good understanding of GST, TDS, and statutory compliance requirements.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, .
• Advanced MS Excel skills including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, and data analysis

Desired Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong ownership and accountability.
• Team-oriented mindset with a continuous improvement approach.

Preferred Experience

• General Ledger Accounting
• Accounts Payable
• Reconciliations and Month-End Close
• Payroll Accounting
• Intercompany Accounting
• Statutory Compliance
• Audit Support
• ERP Systems (NetSuite preferred)

Benefits

• Excellent medical benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO) plus public holidays