Assistant Manager – Accounts and Finance

Company Description

Customized Energy Solutions (CES), a privately-held company, is a leading service provider of market intelligence and operational support services to companies participating in the retail and wholesale electric and natural gas markets. Utilizing deep know-how developed since the inception of the deregulated energy markets, CES provides accurate & timely analysis on regulatory changes, market opportunities, and operational efficiencies for electricity and natural gas commodities.

Customized Energy Solutions Ltd. has been recognized regionally and nationally for its impressive and sustained growth, including INC. 500 | 5000 and The Philadelphia Business Journal as a Top 100 Companies in Philadelphia, Hall of Fame for five or more consecutive years. It was ranked as one of the “Best Places to Work” by the Philadelphia Business Journal.

We started our India operations as Customized Energy Solutions India Pvt. Ltd in 2010 with offerings in the fields like Energy Trading, Renewable Energy Consultations, Emerging Technology leadership, serving C&I Consumers, etc. CES is uniquely placed in the market through its expertise drawn from US markets, Emerging Technology and experience in the Indian electricity markets. CESIPL is the trading licensee as approved by Hon’ble Central Electricity Regulatory Commission. CESIPL is registered on the Exchange platform to facilitate trading requirements of its clients in Physical and REC segments.

Our team of associates at CES is highly motivated, innovative, and passionate about providing excellent Services to our clients. We look for individuals interested in growing with our company, and working in an exciting, open and collegial work environment. Our main office is in Philadelphia, with satellite offices in various U.S. states, Canada, Japan and India.

Visit www.ces-ltd.com for more details

Job Description

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, reconciliations, and petty cash.
• Work on accounting software (QuickBooks/Zoho Books/MS Dynamics) and advanced Excel for reconciliations and reporting.
• Prepare and maintain a structured filing system for all financial and statutory documents.
• Handle banking operations and coordinate with financial institutions as needed.
• Assist in finalization of accounts and preparation of management reports for review.
• Liaise with auditors, vendors, and internal teams while ensuring strong financial controls and timely reporting
• Ensure timely statutory payments and returns including GST, TDS, PT, PF, Gratuity, Income Tax, Transfer Pricing, etc.
• Manage compliance enquiries and respond to government audits (GST, PF, PT, TDS, Income Tax).
• Oversee accounting, auditing, and return filing for Group Companies (CES Foundation & Gratuity Trust).
• Perform financial analysis and provide insights to support decision-making.
• Safeguard confidentiality, accuracy, and security of all financial data.
• Support cross-functional teams and contribute to initiatives that drive overall company growth.
  
  

Qualifications

• M.Com, CA Intermediate/Final, MBA (Finance), CPA, or ACCA with at least 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Exposure to the Power Trading sector, NGO or prior work in a CA firm will be an added advantage.
• Skills & Competencies:
• Software Proficiency: Proven familiarity and working experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks and Microsoft Dynamics.
• Core Accounting Skills: Strong understanding and hands-on experience in accounts payable/receivable processes and complex reconciliation tasks.
• Taxation & Compliance: Working knowledge of Indian taxation laws (GST, TDS) and fundamental financial compliance requirements.
• Technical Tools: High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Audit & Regulatory: Demonstrable experience in handling external audits, understanding transfer pricing, and supporting compliance requirements.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication, coordination, and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
  
  

Additional Information

Salary commensurate with experience and performance. First rate benefits package.

Customized Energy Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Customized Energy Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.