Role Overview

We are looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented Finance & HR Manager to take full ownership of ULQ India finance and general operations as a key individual contributor. This role is responsible for end-to-end accounting, statutory and tax compliance, providing financial analysis to support business decision-making, as well as providing local administrative and HR support. The ideal candidate is a qualified CA with experience in Big 4 and/ or fintech or financial services industries, who is comfortable working independently and partnering with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

1. Accounting & Controllership

Manage end-to-end accounting operations including GL, AP, AR, fixed assets, and month-end/year-end closures.
Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial books in compliance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS).
Establish and maintain robust internal financial controls, SOPs, and financial governance processes.
Support statutory, internal, and tax audits and ensure smooth closure.

2. Tax Filing & Compliance

Ensure timely and accurate filing of all statutory returns including GST, TDS, Income Tax, and ROC filings.
Liaise with external tax consultants and statutory auditors on tax assessments, disputes, and compliance matters.
Monitor regulatory changes (including RBI guidelines where applicable) and ensure the company remains fully compliant.
Maintain accurate records of tax payments, TDS, demand payments, and litigations, and reconcile with ITR filings.

3. Financial Analysis & Reporting

Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports including P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements.
Analyze revenue, cost, margins, opex and business performance trends, providing actionable insights to leadership.

4. Treasury & Cash Management

Monitor cash flow, working capital, and liquidity positions to support business operations and growth.
Oversee bank and vendor reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

5. Audit

Respond to internal and external audit requests as required, providing accurate and timely information and supporting documentation.
Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to gather and validate information required for audit activities, ensuring requests are addressed within agreed timelines.
Support the audit process by maintaining appropriate records and responding to follow-up queries or requests for clarification as needed.

6. Local HR Support & General Operations

Provide local support for hiring and onboarding processes (such as interview scheduling, candidate communication, and employment agreement execution) in coordination with Head of HR.
Maintain employee master records and leave/ attendance data in HiBob following internal guidelines.
Act as the local point of contact for third-party payroll vendors to facilitate timely payroll data inputs, tax submissions, and statutory contributions.
Support local offboarding and exit documentation procedures.
Handle day-to-day office administrative matters, coordinate with external suppliers (facilities, supplies), maintain IT/ office asset registers, and assist with corporate/ statutory filing documentation.

Qualifications & Experience

Education:

Bachelors degree in accounting, finance or other related majors, MBA in Finance is a plus.
Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) is mandatory.

Experience:

4-7 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, and tax compliance, with at least 2-3 years in big 4, fintech, or financial services environment.

Technical Skills:

Strong understanding of Ind AS, GST, TDS, Income Tax, and ROC compliance requirements.
Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (financial modeling, pivot tables, complex formulas) and experience with ERP/finance software.
Experience with Zoho Books, or similar accounting software is a plus.

Soft Skills:

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present complex financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
High integrity, ownership mindset, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and build strong cross-functional relationships.