Assistant Financial Controller

Who we are

Graviton Research Capital is a privately funded quantitative trading firm striving for excellence in financial markets research. We trade across a multitude of asset classes and trading venues using a diverse range of concepts, from time series analysis and stochastic models to machine learning and statistical inference. We analyse terabytes of data to identify pricing anomalies and drive innovation in financial markets.

Key Responsibilities and Deliverables

• Execute daily accounting activities, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Review and verify accounts payable, vendor invoices, and employee expense claims.
• Support monthly and quarterly book closures and preparation of related schedules.
• Prepare and submit statutory and regulatory returns (GST, FEMA, RBI, Income Tax).
• Track compliance timelines and maintain regulatory records and documentation.
• Execute SOPs and internal control checks; identify and flag control gaps.
• Prepare audit schedules, annexures, and supporting documentation.
• Assist in verification of revenue, cash flows, budgets, and forecasts.
• Highlight financial, operational, or compliance risks and anomalies.
• Support ad-hoc finance assignments and special projects as required.

Eligibility and Required Skills

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) is a prerequisite.
• Additional qualification from a recognized institute (e.g., ICSI) is an added advantage.
• 23 years of post-qualification experience, preferably in financial services, capital markets, FinTech, or audit.
• Working knowledge of Indian statutory, regulatory, and GST compliance.
• Understanding of internal control procedures; audit exposure is an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail, execution discipline, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with close supervision and clear accountability.

Benefits

Our open and casual work culture gives you the space to innovate and deliver. Our cubicle-free offices, disdain for bureaucracy, and insistence on hiring the very best create a melting pot for great ideas and technology innovations. Everyone on the team is approachable; there is nothing better than working with friends!

Our perks have you covered.

• Competitive compensation
• Annual international team outing
• Fully covered commuting expenses
• Best-in-class health insurance
• Delightful catered breakfasts and lunches
• A well-stocked kitchen
• 4 week annual leaves along with market holidays
• Gym and sports club memberships
• Regular social events and clubs
• After work parties

Important Note

Employment opportunities and job offers at Graviton Research Capital will always come from Graviton Research Capital's Talent Acquisition and hiring teams. Never provide sensitive, personal information to someone unless you're confident that the recipient is. Our email domain is @gravitontrading.com. The official website to find and apply for job openings at Graviton Research Capital is https://www.gravitontrading.com/careers.html.

Graviton Research Capital is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that values a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.