Management Trainee - Finance & Accounts

About the Company

Oben Electric is an Indian electric two-wheeler manufacturer focused on designing, developing, and building its products entirely in-house. The company draws inspiration from global engineering standards and aims to bring advanced EV technology to Indian consumers. Founded in 2020 by IIT Kharagpur and IIM-B alumni, it is backed by a team with entrepreneurial experience and practical expertise in electric two-wheeler development.

Why Join Oben Electric

• Work in the electric vehicle sector
• Join an organization centered on innovation
• Be part of a fast-growing, well-funded electric two-wheeler startup
• Access strong opportunities for learning and skill development

Role Overview

This position is for a Management Trainee in Finance & Accounts, intended for a motivated CA fresher. The role supports accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, audit coordination, and MIS reporting within a fast-moving EV manufacturing environment. Active involvement in audit work is a core expectation.

Key Responsibilities

The trainee will help maintain accounting accuracy, support compliance activities, and contribute to finance operations and reporting.

Accounting and Finance

• Record accounting entries and review ledgers and reconciliations
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
• Contribute to monthly and annual financial closing work
• Prepare MIS dashboards and analytical reports for management

Compliance and Audit

• Coordinate and support internal as well as statutory audit work
• Help resolve audit queries and meet deadlines for audit completion
• Keep financial records organized, complete, and ready for audits
• Assist with GST, TDS, and other statutory compliance tasks
• Work in line with accounting standards and internal company policies

Reporting and Process Improvement

• Support budgeting and forecasting exercises
• Assist in finance process improvements and automation efforts
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on finance-related needs
• Support finance operations in ERP and SAP environments

Qualifications

The ideal candidate should be a qualified Chartered Accountant from ICAI with audit exposure during articleship. A strong grasp of accounting concepts, financial reporting, statutory compliance, and spreadsheet tools is expected. The role also calls for good communication, analytical thinking, and the ability to perform well in a dynamic, fast-paced setup.

Preferred Background

• Exposure to manufacturing or automotive businesses during articleship
• Familiarity with SAP or other ERP platforms
• Interest in the EV industry and startup culture

Role Details

• Designation: Management Trainee – Finance & Accounts
• Industry: Automobile / Electric Vehicles
• Department: Finance & Accounting
• Employment Type: Full-time, permanent
• Role Category: Accounting and Finance
• Work Location: Bengaluru, India

Education

CA from ICAI is required.