Role Overview The Accounts Associate will play a key role in managing the day-to-day financial operations of the incubator, including maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reports, coordinating with auditors, and ensuring compliance with statutory norms. In addition to core accounting responsibilities, the candidate will also support incubation-related operations such as documentation, procurement, and event coordination when required. Key Responsibilites Finance and accounting Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all financial transactions. Prepare invoices, process payments, and manage vendor transactions. Assist in preparation of financial statements, grant utilization certificates (UCs), and audit documentation. Ensure timely compliance with statutory requirements like TDS, GST, and other applicable financial regulations. Handle salary disbursements and staff reimbursements in coordination with the HR and finance teams. Maintain and reconcile records of funding received under government/CSR grants and incubator programs. Coordinate with CA firms, internal/external auditors, and banks as needed. Operations Support Assist in procurement processes including vendor management, purchase orders, and financial documentation. Support program teams with logistical and documentation support for events, workshops, and startup onboarding. Maintain proper filing systems (physical/digital) for financial and operational records. Collaborate with incubation associates during review cycles, reporting periods, and milestone tracking. Qualifications & Skills Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Commerce / Finance (CA Inter / MBA Finance preferred but not mandatory) Proficiency in Tally , MS Excel , and accounting software Familiarity with grant-based accounting and government or institutional finance is an advantage Basic knowledge of compliance: TDS, GST, Income Tax Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and data integrity Ability to manage responsibilities independently and meet deadlines Willingness to support broader incubation activities as part of a lean, dynamic team What we Offer Opportunity to work at the intersection of finance and innovation Exposure to startup incubation, government-funded programs, and impact-driven initiatives Collaborative work environment with opportunities to grow across roles How to Apply Please send your updated resume to akash_sharma@i3c-iitjammu.in with the subject line: “Accounts Associate role” . Show more Show less