AbhiBus is a leading online bus-ticketing platform that aggregates ticket inventory from over 4,000 bus operators - including major State Road Transport Corporations (SRTCs), covering more than 3.5 lakh (350,000+) routes across India. The AbhiBus website and apps allow users to check amenities provided by bus operators, compare booking fares, check bus timings in the searched route, live tracking of the bus before arrival, cancellation protection options and other facilities. It is the official ticketing partner for several state road transport corporation bus tickets and IRCTC bus bookings.
AbhiBus is owned and operated by ixigo (Le Travenues Technology Limited), India's leading OTA for the Next Billion Users. With over 54 crore Annual Active Users in FY25, ixigo offers AI-powered train, flight, bus, and hotel bookings through its platforms - ixigo, ConfirmTkt, and AbhiBus.
Job Description
We are not looking for a traditional finance executive.
We need someone who can build, automate, question, and scale finance processes from the ground up. This role sits at the intersection of finance, data, and technology where speed, accuracy, and insight matter more than routine accounting.
This is a techno-functional role ideal for someone who understands finance (Dr/Cr, accounting logic, controls) and can translate it into systems, automation, and scalable solutions.
What You'll Own
- Build and own real-time MIS, dashboards, and reporting frameworks
- Automate recurring finance workflows (zero manual dependency mindset)
- Design and implement reconciliation engines/tools (not just manual matching)
- Perform deep transaction-level reconciliations across multiple systems
- Identify gaps, leakages, and inefficiencies and fix them proactively
- Drive variance analysis with clear business storytelling (not just numbers)
- Work closely with leadership to provide decision-ready insights
- Ensure data integrity across systems (ERP, reports, dashboards)
- Continuously improve processes with a zero-error, zero-delay mindset
- Translate finance requirements into system logic, workflows, and automation scripts/tools
What We Expect
- Strong foundation in finance, accounting (Dr/Cr), and MIS reporting
- Proven ability to automate workflows and eliminate manual effort
- Strong grip on reconciliation, controls, and variance analysis
- Advanced Excel skills (speed + logic + structuring ability)
- Working knowledge of SQL / Power BI / Power Automate / scripting (Python preferred)
- Basic understanding of AI and its practical application in finance automation
- Ability to convert business problems system-driven solutions
- Ability to think like an owner, builder, and problem-solver
Techno-Functional Edge (Must-Have Mindset)
- You understand accounting entries (Dr/Cr) and how they flow through systems
- You can design logic for:
- Automated journal postings
- Rule-based reconciliations
- Exception identification engines
- You don't just use ERP you improve, extend, and challenge it
- You are comfortable working with developers, data teams, and finance stakeholders
Who Should NOT Apply
- Candidates looking for routine accounting roles
- People uncomfortable with ambiguity, ownership, or speed
- Those who need constant instructions to execute tasks
- Profiles limited to data entry / compliance-only finance roles
KRAs / KPIs (Performance Metrics)
1. Automation & Efficiency
- % reduction in manual processes
- Turnaround time (TAT) for recurring reports
- Number of workflows automated per quarter
2. Reporting & Insights
- Accuracy of MIS reports (error rate %)
- Timeliness of dashboards/report delivery
- Quality of insights (decision usefulness to management)
3. Reconciliation & Controls
- Reconciliation completion timelines
- Number of unreconciled items / aging
- Identification of discrepancies and resolution speed
4. Variance Analysis
- Depth and clarity of variance explanations
- Actionability of recommendations
- Reduction in unexplained variances over time
5. Data Integrity
- Data mismatch/error incidents
- Consistency between ERP and reports
- Audit readiness and control effectiveness
Qualifications
Preferred:
Also acceptable (if skillset is strong):
B.Com / M.Com
B.Tech / BE (especially CS / IT / Data) with finance exposure
- Any degree + strong relevant hands-on experience in finance automation
Additional Information: Candidates are responsible for safeguarding sensitive company data against unauthorized access, use, or disclosure, and for reporting any suspected security incidents in line with the organization's ISMS (Information Security Management System) policies and procedures
