Designation :- Finance Manager
Experience :- 4 - 7 years
Location :- Bangalore
POSITION OVERVIEW-
We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager with 4-7 years of progressive accounting experience to lead critical finance and accounting functions across our organization. This role is ideal for a Chartered Accountant (CA) or MBA Finance professional who has thrived in a fast-paced startup environment and demonstrated the ability to own complex accounting challenges from initiation to resolution.
RESPONSIBLITIES-
- Core Accounting & Financial Management Books of Accounts & Statutory Compliance: Lead full cycle accounting operations including month-end/quarter end/year-end close activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Audit Coordination: Manage relationships with external and internal auditors; prepare schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation; resolve audit observations independently.
- Revenue Recognition & Computation: Own revenue computation across different product lines and jurisdictions; ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards (IFRS/Ind-AS); evaluate new product revenue models and streamline calculations.
- Tax Compliance & Planning: Drive tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions; coordinate with tax advisors; identify tax optimization opportunities and implement strategies.
- Accounts Receivable & Payable Management: Oversee AR aging, collections strategy, and invoice management; manage AP workflows and payment schedules; ensure timely and accurate reconciliations.
- Journal Entries & Reconciliations: Prepare, review, and approve complex journal entries including revenue, deferred revenue, and intercompany transactions; maintain complete reconciliation schedules.
LEADERSHIP & PROCESS OWNERSHIP-
- Issue Resolution & Closure: Proactively identify accounting discrepancies, outstanding items, and process gaps; drive issues to closure with accountability and without escalation dependency.
- Process Development & Improvement: Document, formalize, and continuously improve accounting processes and internal controls; implement controls to strengthen compliance and reduce errors.
- Team Leadership: Manage and mentor accounting team members; assign responsibilities based on individual strengths; foster development opportunities and accountability.
- Stakeholder Management: Liaise effectively with internal departments (Operations, Product, Legal) and external partners (auditors, fund houses, regulators); manage expectations and communicate financial insights clearly.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE-
Experience:-
- 5-7 years of progressive experience in Accounting, Controllership, Tax, Audit, or Book Close.
- Proven experience with revenue computations and financial close processes.
- Startup experience highly preferred - comfortable with ambiguity, multi-tasking, and wearing multiple hats Professional Credentials:
- Chartered Accountant (CA) OR MBA Finance (or equivalent professional qualification) Core Competencies:
- Strategic Accounting: Deep understanding of accounting principles (IFRS/Ind-AS), tax regulations, and audit requirements.
- Leadership & Ownership: Ability to take complete ownership of complex projects; drive issues to closure without management dependency; comfortable making independent decisions.
- Technical Expertise: Advanced proficiency in Excel.
- Analytical Rigor: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; comfortable working with large datasets and identifying patterns/anomalies.
- Communication: Clear written and verbal communication; ability to explain complex accounting concepts to non finance stakeholders.
PREFERRED SKILLS-
- Experience with multi-entity or multi-jurisdiction accounting.
- Knowledge of wealth management, fintech, or financial services sector.
- Experience implementing financial controls and process automation.
- Familiarity with statutory compliance across multiple geographies.
WHY JOIN US
- Opportunity to build and scale the accounting function for a fintech market leader.
- Direct impact on company growth and financial health.
- Strong learning and career development prospects.
- Culture of ownership and accountability with clear growth pathway to Finance Manager/Controller roles.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
