Senior Associate - Finance

Branch Overview

Branch delivers world-class financial services to the mobile generation. With offices in San Francisco, Lagos, Mexico City, Mumbai and Nairobi, Branch is a for-profit socially conscious company that uses the power of data science to reduce the cost of delivering financial services in emerging markets. We believe that everyone, everywhere deserves fair financial access. The rapid spread of smartphones presents an opportunity for the world's emerging middle class to access banking options and achieve financial flexibility.

Branch's mission-driven team is led by founder and former CEO of Kiva.org. The company presents a rich opportunity for our team members to drive meaningful growth in rapidly evolving and changing markets. Most recently, Branch announced its Series C and has garnered more than $100M in funding with investments from leading Silicon Valley firms.

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.

Key Responsibilities & Competencies

• Own and independently manage Accounts Payable / Procure-to-Pay (P2P) activities, including invoice processing, vendor reconciliations, payments, and exception resolution.
• Manage vendor queries, reconciliations, ageing, and outstanding items, ensuring timely resolution.
• Support month-end and period-end close, including AP accounting, accruals, reconciliations, and review of outstanding balances.
• Prepare and maintain working papers, schedules, reconciliations, and reports supporting financial reporting and audits.
• Ensure accounting and reporting are in line with applicable Ind-AS / IGAAP requirements, as applicable.
• Support tax and regulatory requirements, including GST, TDS/withholding tax, reconciliations, and related reporting.
• Support statutory, internal, and tax audits, including responding to auditor queries and providing relevant data and documentation.
• Ensure effective internal controls, approvals, maker-checker controls, reconciliations, and segregation of duties across AP/P2P processes.
• Identify and implement process improvements, automation, standardisation, and control enhancements across AP and accounting workflows.
• Act as a reviewer/SME for associates, reviewing transactions, reconciliations, and accounting work for accuracy and completeness.
• Support training and onboarding of new associates and provide guidance on AP, accounting processes, and controls.
• Work closely with Procurement, Treasury, Tax, Finance, Business teams, vendors, and auditors to resolve issues and close activities on time.

Qualifications

• CA with 2–4 years of experience or Semi-qualified CA or Master's in finance with 4–6 years of experience.
• Strong hands-on experience in Accounts Payable, Procure-to-Pay, Vendor Management, and corporate accounting.
• Experience with financial reporting, reconciliations, month-end close, and audit support.
• Experience in reviewing work, mentoring, or training junior team members is preferred.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar is preferred.
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Prior experience in NBFC / financial services is an added advantage.
• Exposure to Big 4 or mid-size CA firms is preferred.
• Experience in a process-driven or growing organisation is an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail with a control and risk awareness mindset, ownership, and ability to work independently.

Benefits of Joining

• Mission-driven, fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment
• Competitive salary and equity package
• A collaborative and flat company culture
• Hybrid working model, with a mix of in-office and remote work, aligned with role and business requirements.
• Fully-paid Group Medical Insurance and Personal Accidental Insurance
• Fully paid parental leave - 6 months maternity leave and 3 months paternity leave
• Monthly WFH stipend alongside a one time home office set-up budget
• $500 Annual professional development budget 
• Team meals and social events- Virtual and In-person
• Opportunity to work and interact with a global team

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!