As a Senior Staff Accountant, you will manage corporate accounting, ensure compliance with accounting standards, support audits, and collaborate across departments.
Branch Overview
Branch is a leading AI-based lending fintech with 50M+ downloads across India and Africa. We use alternative data to reach millions of people that are largely excluded from the financial sector.
Headquartered in Silicon Valley with operations in India, Nigeria and Kenya, Branch is a for-profit, socially conscious company built for scale and impact. Our mission-driven team—founded and led by the former CEO of Kiva.org—now spans 400+ employees globally. We’re backed by investors such as Andreessen Horowitz, Visa, and the IFC.
Job Overview
Branch is seeking a talented Individual on the post of Senior Associate in the Finance department for taking care of Corporate accounts and tax compliances. In this role, you will oversee the day-to-day accounting activities. The focus will include compliance with IndAs accounting standards, support in monthly book closure and audits, and other projects. You will collaborate with our Ops, Credit, Finance, engineering teams to drive legal operations and compliance culture. This position offers a unique opportunity to enhance your accounting skills in a dynamic and diverse environment.
Requirements
Branch International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company does not and will not discriminate in employment on any basis prohibited by applicable law. We’re looking for more than just qualifications -- so if you’re unsure that you meet the criteria, please do not hesitate to apply!
Branch is a leading AI-based lending fintech with 50M+ downloads across India and Africa. We use alternative data to reach millions of people that are largely excluded from the financial sector.
Headquartered in Silicon Valley with operations in India, Nigeria and Kenya, Branch is a for-profit, socially conscious company built for scale and impact. Our mission-driven team—founded and led by the former CEO of Kiva.org—now spans 400+ employees globally. We’re backed by investors such as Andreessen Horowitz, Visa, and the IFC.
Job Overview
Branch is seeking a talented Individual on the post of Senior Associate in the Finance department for taking care of Corporate accounts and tax compliances. In this role, you will oversee the day-to-day accounting activities. The focus will include compliance with IndAs accounting standards, support in monthly book closure and audits, and other projects. You will collaborate with our Ops, Credit, Finance, engineering teams to drive legal operations and compliance culture. This position offers a unique opportunity to enhance your accounting skills in a dynamic and diverse environment.
Requirements
- Assist in and independently handle corporate accounting activities, including monthly and period-end book closures
- Exposure to accounting for debt, borrowings, and treasury-related transactions is preferred.
- Ensure accounting and reporting are in line with applicable accounting standards (Ind-AS / IGAAP), as applicable
- Prepare and maintain working papers, schedules, and reconciliations to support financial reporting and audits
- Support statutory, internal, and tax audits, including responding to auditor queries and providing relevant data
- Work on process improvements, documentation, and standardisation of accounting workflows
- Ensure appropriate controls and checks at the transaction and process level to maintain data accuracy and integrity
- Ability to work independently, take ownership of assigned areas, and close issues in a timely manner
- Communicate clearly and effectively with internal stakeholders and auditors
- Working knowledge of ERP systems such as NetSuite or SAP is an added advantage
- Strong Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- High attention to detail with a strong control and risk awareness mindset
Qualifications
- Chartered Accountant (2–4 years of experience) or Semi-Qualified Chartered Accountant (4–6 years of experience)
- Experience in handling corporate accounting and financial reporting
- Prior experience in the NBFC / financial services sector is an added advantage
- Exposure to Big4 or mid-size CA firms is preferred.
- Experience working in a process-driven or growing organisation is an advantage
- Competitive salary and equity package
- Fast-paced, collaborative, and high-autonomy work culture
- Hybrid work setup designed for flexibility and work-life balance
- Fully paid group medical insurance and personal accident insurance
- Generous paid time off, plus company-declared public holidays
- Fully paid parental leave for fathers and non-birthing parents (12 weeks), in addition to 26 weeks of statutory maternity leave
- Monthly WFH stipend, along with a one-time home office setup budget
- $500 annual professional development budget
- Quarterly social meet-ups and sponsored monthly team lunches
Branch International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company does not and will not discriminate in employment on any basis prohibited by applicable law. We’re looking for more than just qualifications -- so if you’re unsure that you meet the criteria, please do not hesitate to apply!
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