Finance & Operations Manager

Job Title: Finance & Operations Manager

Location:* Bengaluru (On-site)

About the Role

We are seeking a talented and hands-on Finance & Operations Manager to own the finance function and operations of the business. This mid-level role requires expertise in financial management, accounting software (Zoho Books, QuickBooks), and operational process improvements. The candidate will also be a trusted financial advisor to the leadership team, guiding budgeting, cash flow, invoicing, and strategic financial planning. This role offers significant growth potential towards a CFO leadership position.

Key Responsibilities

Finance Management

- Oversee full financial management including profit & loss statements, balance sheets, budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and invoicing processes.

- Manage end-to-end invoicing, accounts receivable, and accounts payable to ensure timely collections and payments.

- Maintain full-cycle bookkeeping and accounting with proficiency in Zoho Books and QuickBooks.

- Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and MIS for management.

- Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements including GST, TDS, Income Tax, payroll, and coordinate with external auditors.

- Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, providing actionable recommendations.

Operations Management

- Own daily business operations including vendor management, procurement, and workflow/process optimization.

- Implement operational efficiencies and best practice frameworks across finance and administrative processes.

- Manage contracts, vendor relationships, and internal controls to safeguard company assets

Strategic Financial Advisory

- Act as a key advisor to the leadership team on financial strategy, budgeting, cash flow management, and cost optimization.

- Provide insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making and business growth.

- Support fundraising activities by preparing financial data, projections, and investor reporting.

- Collaborate cross-functionally to align finance and operational goals with overall company objectives.

Required Skills & Experience

- CA, MBA Finance, or equivalent with 47 years in finance and operations roles.

- Proficiency with Zoho Books and QuickBooks for accounting and invoicing.

- Deep understanding of profit & loss, balance sheets, budgeting processes, invoicing, and statutory compliance in India.

- Experience advising leadership on financial planning, cash flow management, and budget controls.

- Operational experience in vendor and contract management, process improvement within startups or SMEs.

- Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

- High ownership, adaptability, and motivation to grow into a CFO role.

What We Offer

- Competitive fixed salary with performance bonuses.

- Equity/ESOP opportunities tied to company growth.

- Clear career progression to CFO-level leadership.

- A collaborative startup environment working closely with founders.