Job Description – Junior Accountant
Position: Junior Accountant
Department: Finance & Accounts
Reporting To: Finance Manager
Experience: 0–2 years
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: Lower Parel
About Aarii Ventures:
Aarii Ventures stands as a distinguished Investment Office of the Kothari Family, strategically positioned with exposure to private enterprises encompassing startups, pre-IPO companies, and publicly listed enterprises through direct investments as well as through Portfolio Management Services (PMS). Our diversified approach also extends through various other avenues, including Private Equity Funds and Venture Capital Funds, with a unique role as a Limited Partner (LP). Operating seamlessly across the dynamic markets of India and the UAE, we epitomize professionalism in sculpting and navigating diverse investment landscapes.
Aarii Ventures efficiently oversees the proprietary capital of the esteemed Kothari family, owners of the RSBL and Augmont Group, leaders in India's bullion industry, boasting a turnover surpassing ~$7 billion. Leveraging extensive networks within the entrepreneurial ecosystem, Aarii Ventures excels in investing across a diverse spectrum of asset classes with precision and expertise.
Aurrevia, a group company, is a Category III Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) registered with SEBI that seeks to generate consistent returns through a combination of active trading strategies and long-term investments. Aarii Ventures, the investment office of the Kothari Family, is recognised by Inc42 (2025) as one of the Top 10 Most Active Family Offices in India.
Job Summary:
We are looking for a Junior Accountant to support the day-to-day accounting and finance operations of the company. The candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate accounting records, processing transactions, preparing reconciliations, assisting with statutory compliance, and supporting the senior finance team in routine accounting and reporting activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Record day-to-day accounting transactions, including sales, purchases, receipts, payments, expenses, and journal entries.
- Maintain and update the general ledger, subsidiary ledgers, and accounting records.
- Prepare bank, cash, vendor, and customer reconciliations.
- Verify invoices, bills, payment requests, and supporting documents before accounting/payment.
- Maintain proper documentation and filing of accounting records.
- Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
- Monitor accounts receivable and accounts payable.
- Follow up on outstanding customer/vendor balances as required.
- Assist in the preparation of GST, TDS, and other statutory compliance workings.
- Coordinate with external consultants, auditors, vendors, and other stakeholders.
- Assist during statutory audit, tax audit, and internal audit.
- Prepare audit schedules, confirmations, and supporting documents.
- Assist in maintaining fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
- Process employee reimbursement and other approved expenses.
- Assist in payroll-related accounting and statutory deductions, where applicable.
- Maintain petty cash and related records.
- Ensure accounting entries are properly supported by invoices/documents.
- Identify discrepancies in accounts and bring them to the attention of the reporting manager.
- Assist in the preparation of MIS reports and management information.
- Perform other accounting and finance-related duties assigned by the reporting manager.
Skills & Qualifications
- B.Com / M.Com / equivalent qualification.
- 0–2 years of relevant experience; freshers with good accounting knowledge may be considered.
- Good understanding of basic accounting principles and journal entries.
- Knowledge of Tally / ERP / accounting software.
- Good working knowledge of MS Excel.
- Basic knowledge of GST, TDS, and other Indian statutory compliances.
- Good numerical and analytical ability.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Good organisational and documentation skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- Good communication and coordination skills.
- High level of integrity and confidentiality.
Pay: ₹16,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
