Position Summary
The Director of Finance for Delhivery Local is responsible for leading the organization's financial management functions, including financial reporting, accounting operations, budgeting, compliance, and internal controls. This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial information, supports strategic decision-making, and maintains compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting expertise with strategic financial leadership and operational management capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting
- Lead the preparation and presentation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with applicable accounting standards (GAAP / IFRS)
- Develop and maintain management reporting dashboards and key financial metrics
- Analyze financial results, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to senior leadership
- Coordinate year-end financial reporting and external audit processes
- Prepare board-level financial reports and executive summaries
Accounting & Reporting
- Oversee all accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and reconciliations
- Ensure accurate and timely month-end and year-end close processes
- Maintain strong accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
- Ensure compliance with statutory, tax, and regulatory reporting requirements
- Manage external audits, tax filings, and relationships with auditors and regulatory authorities
- Monitor and implement changes in accounting standards and financial regulations
Budgeting & Financial Planning
- Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes
- Partner with department leaders to develop budgets and monitor performance against targets
- Provide variance analysis and recommend corrective actions where necessary
- .Support strategic planning and financial modeling initiatives
.Internal Controls & Compliance
- Establish and maintain effective internal control systems and financial governance frameworks
- Ensure compliance with company policies, legal regulations, and financial standards
- Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies
- Support internal and external audit requirements
.Leadership & Team Management
- Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team
- Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration
- Drive process optimization and automation initiatives within the finance function
- Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, HR, legal, and executive leadership teams
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required
- CPA, CA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification preferred
- 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards, accounting principles, and regulatory compliance
- Experience managing audits, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
- Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced financial reporting tool
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skill
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
