Accounts Executive

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Account Executive to join our finance team at Inc42 Media. This role involves managing day-to-day accounting operations, statutory compliances, reconciliations, MIS reporting, and supporting financial controls across the organization.

The ideal candidate should possess strong accounting fundamentals, hands-on experience in Tally Prime, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple financial processes with accuracy and ownership.

About Inc42 Media

Inc42 is India's leading startup media and intelligence platform that informs, educates and empowers startup and business leaders through its incisive reporting, insightful reports, curated events and community engagement, and industry-leading executive courses.

Since launching in January 2015, and having risen to become the authoritative voice on India's startup economy, we've moved markets, gotten the early scoop on billions of dollars of transactions and told you what's happening deep inside some of the fastest-growing startups and industries alike. Our stories have been followed by the Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, Reuters, TechCrunch and other major outlets hundreds of times.

We also track over 50,000+ startups and provide market research and intelligence through our in-depth research reports, and we organise some of the most sought-after conferences and events for startup and business leaders across India.

The Inc42 Impact

• Inc42 stories reach over 50 Mn+ people monthly
• Published more than 55,000 stories
• Successfully conducted 150+ events
• Launched 100+ research reports
• Receives 500+ startup applications monthly
• Worked with 350+ brands

Why This Role Is Unique

• Exposure to a diverse range of accounting, compliance, and financial reporting functions.
• Opportunity to work closely with leadership on financial operations and MIS reporting.
• Hands-on experience in managing startup and media business accounting operations.
• Exposure to investor reporting, audits, and strategic finance processes.
• Opportunity to build expertise across GST, TDS, payroll compliances, vendor management, and banking operations.
• Fast-paced work environment with high ownership and learning opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Accounting & Bookkeeping

• Manage day-to-day accounting entries in Tally Prime.
• Book bank statements, payment gateway transactions, credit card transactions, and vendor expenses.
• Maintain accurate ledgers and ensure proper accounting documentation.
• Handle monthly, quarterly, and yearly book closures.

2. Reconciliation & Financial Controls

• Perform bank, vendor, and payment gateway reconciliations.
• Reconcile inter-company and related-party transactions.
• Identify discrepancies and ensure timely resolution.
• Maintain cost centres and cost category accounting in Tally Prime.

3. Compliance & Taxation

• Prepare working files for GST, TDS and other statutory compliances.
• Assist during statutory audits and prepare audit-related schedules and documents.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal financial controls.

4. MIS & Reporting

• Assist in preparing monthly MIS reports and financial summaries.
• Support management in budgeting and financial analysis.
• Maintain organized financial records and reporting documentation.
• Generate operational and financial reports for management review.

5. Banking & Administrative Support

• Coordinate with banks for operational requirements and documentation.
• Manage vendor payments and payment tracking.
• Support the finance team in ad hoc operational and finance-related activities.

Professional Traits:

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce.
• 2–3 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Strong hands-on experience in Tally Prime.
• Good understanding of GST, TDS and statutory compliances.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and Google Sheets.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and ownership-driven environment.
• Prior experience in startup, media, or service industry accounting will be preferred.