Intern - Accounts & Compliance

Category: InternshipDuration: 6 monthsStarting date: ImmediateLocation: BangaloreAbout Equilibrium:Equilibrium is a full-stack carbon removal developer building one of the largest high-integrity carbon portfolios from the Global South, with a ~20Mt CO₂ removal pipeline. We develop bankable, high-impact projects by integrating advanced climate science, an in-house digital MRV platform, and innovative blended finance.Our portfolio spans across nature-based and engineered removal: on nature-based, we have large-scale agroforestry, regenerative agriculture, and mangrove restoration initiatives; on engineered removal, we are building India's leading biochar platform with large-scale commercial operations. Collectively, our projects span 120,000+ hectares and will support over 150,000 smallholder farmers and coastal communities.Our work is backed by a $3M institutional seed round from Peak XV (formerly Sequoia) and Avaana Capital, and driven by a 40-member team with deep expertise in climate science, carbon markets, and project operations..Key Responsibilities:We’re looking for an Accounts Executive to support the finance team with day-to-day accounting operations, statutory compliance, reconciliations, and financial documentation. This role will provide hands-on exposure to accounting processes and compliance while working closely with the Accounts team. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following –Assist in recording day-to-day accounting entries including purchase, sales, journal, and bank entries in Zoho ERPSupport the preparation and filing of GST returns, including GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B, and TDS returnsAssist in preparing bank reconciliation statements and vendor account reconciliationsSupport vendor and customer ledger scrutiny and follow-upsAssist in maintaining and organizing statutory records, invoices, and other compliance-related documentsSupport the Accounts team during internal and statutory audits by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and required documentsAssist with routine accounting, compliance, and reporting activities as requiredIdeal Candidate Profile:B.Com or M.Com graduateBasic understanding of accounting principles and financial processesWorking knowledge of MS Excel and familiarity with ERP/accounting softwareBasic understanding of accounting entries, reconciliations, and financial documentationPrior internship or experience in accounts/finance is a plusKnowledge of GST and TDS provisions is an advantageExposure to internal or statutory audit processes is an advantageStrong attention to detail and accuracyGood numerical aptitude and ability to work with financial dataWillingness to learn and take ownership of routine accounting responsibilitiesGood communication and coordination skillsComfortable working in a fast-paced, operational environmentHow to ApplySend your application to talent@equilibriumearth.com