Finance Associate

At Aftershoot, we're building more than just AI tools; we're building a global community of photographers who spend less time behind their screens and more time behind the lens. Every feature we create, every update we ship, is designed to make post-processing easier, faster, and smarter for photographers around the world. From culling to editing to retouching. Our AI tools do all the heavy lifting, so photographers can focus on what they do best: capturing moments, telling stories, and creating magic.

We're a fast-growing, passionate team backed by over thousands of photographers and double digits in ARR.

But we're just getting started. Our mission is clear: solve the biggest pain points in photography, and keep evolving with photographers who use our tools daily.

If you care deeply about building meaningful products, working with curious and driven teammates, and being part of a team that genuinely loves what they do, we'd love to meet you.

Let's create the future of AI in photography, together.

As a Finance Associate, you will own day-to-day finance operations across India and the US, ensuring timely compliance, accurate financial reporting, vendor management, and internal process control. You'll be a key support to the finance lead and a future potential backup for core finance responsibilities.

1. Accounting & Bookkeeping

   1. Manage end-to-end accounting for both India and US entities.

   2. Record day-to-day journal entries including accruals, prepayments, intercompany adjustments, and reclassifications.

   3. Ensure timely reconciliation of all bank accounts (India & US).

   4. Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable ledgers.

   5. Review general ledger accounts and ensure accuracy before month- end close.

   6. Maintain and update fixed assets records (servers, laptops, cameras, etc.) with depreciation schedules.

2. Payroll & Compliance

   1. Handle payroll processing (in-house) after reviewing all payroll- related data.

   2. Ensure compliance with PF, PT, ESIC, TDS, and other statutory requirements.

   3. Prepare and file TDS & GST returns accurately and on time.

   4. Support US payroll processing (inhouse) and ensure proper recording in books.

   5. Stay updated with Indian and US tax regulations — state and federal.

3. Payments & Receipts

   1. Process vendor payments, employee reimbursements, and statutory payments for India and US entities.

   2. Manage foreign remittance payments ensuring compliance with FEMA guidelines.

4. Reporting & Closings

   1. Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities.

   2. Prepare management reports — P&L, Balance Sheet, variance analysis, and expense summaries.

   3. Assist in consolidation of financials across entities (India & US).

   4. Prepare schedules and reconciliations required for internal and statutory audits.

5. Taxation & Compliance

   1. Ensure timely filings of TDS, GST, and income tax returns for India.

   2. Coordinate with external consultants for US tax filings (state and federal).

   3. Maintain compliance calendar to ensure no statutory deadlines are missed.

6. Audit & Documentation

   1. Prepare and maintain audit documentation for internal, statutory, and group audits.

   2. Assist auditors during audit cycles with required financial data and explanations.

7. Process Improvement & Coordination

   1. Collaborate cross-functionally (HR, Operations, Legal, US finance teams) to resolve finance-related queries.

   2. Implement process improvements for efficiency in accounting and reporting.

   3. Participate in automation initiatives — e.g., expense management tools, reconciliation software, etc.

   4. Ensure adherence to internal controls and accounting policies.

8. Tools & Systems

   1. Hands-on experience with accounting software (Zoho Books / QuickBooks / NetSuite / Tally).

   2. Strong proficiency in MS Excel and Google Sheets (vlookups, pivots, reconciliations)

• 4+ years experience in Finance / Accounting

• Hands-on experience with TDS, GST returns & statutory compliance

• Experience in payroll compliance (PF) & statutory filings

• Exposure to audits (internal/statutory)

• Experience working in a structured finance team in a mid-size or growth-stage startup

• Startup experience is a must

• Strong documentation habits & communication skills

• Experience managing fixed assets

• CA-Inter qualified/ MBA Finance

1. Step 1: If your profile aligns with our vibe and requirements for the role, our people team will reach out to you for a brief phone call.

2. Step 2: If everything aligns, your next chat will be with one of your future team members to better understand the role and your experience.

3. Step 3: You will then be given a task - this helps us evaluate your thought process and help you showcase your expertise.

4. Step 4: If everything goes well, you will meet the leadership for a quick bar-raiser round.

5. Step 5: If you do manage to clear all rounds, this is the point we make an offer, shake hands, and welcome you to the team.

1. Captain: Sakshi

2. Team Members: Satya and the rest of the Aftershoot team.