Job Title: Associate Director – Finance & Accounts
Reporting To: Group Chairman (Finance)
About the Organization
A leading, well-established institution in the higher education/learning ecosystem, known for its strong academic reputation, global collaborations, and rapidly growing operations across India. The organization is focused on building robust financial systems and governance frameworks to support its next phase of growth.
Role Overview
The Associate Director – Finance & Accounts will be responsible for driving financial strategy, ensuring compliance, and strengthening accounting operations. This role will work closely with leadership to enable business decision-making through strong financial planning, reporting, and governance.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Strategy
- Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning
- Provide strategic insights to leadership for business growth and cost optimization
- Monitor financial performance against budgets and highlight variances
Accounting & Financial Operations
- Oversee end-to-end accounting, including GL, AP/AR, and financial closures
- Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements
- Strengthen internal controls and accounting processes
Compliance & Governance
- Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, including tax regulations (Direct & Indirect)
- Manage audits (internal, statutory, and tax audits) and ensure timely closure
- Liaise with external auditors, consultants, and regulatory bodies
Cash Flow & Treasury Management
- Manage cash flow planning and working capital optimization
- Oversee banking relationships and treasury operations
Team Leadership
- Lead and mentor the finance & accounts team
- Drive process improvements and automation initiatives
- Build a high-performance, compliance-driven finance function
Key Requirements
- Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent qualification
- 10–15 years of experience in Finance & Accounts, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role
- Strong expertise in accounting standards, taxation, and financial reporting
- Experience in managing audits and compliance frameworks
- Exposure to education, services, or multi-entity environments is a plus
- Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills
What We're Looking For
- Strategic thinker with strong operational execution
- High ownership and ability to work in a dynamic environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
- Ability to drive process excellence and financial discipline
Fluent Language: English and Tamil
