Finance Manager

Role Overview

We are looking for a Finance Manager to lead the company's financial controllership, accounting, reporting, treasury, taxation, compliance and business finance activities.

The role will have end-to-end responsibility for financial close, consolidation of multiple entities, MIS, cash-flow management, investor reporting, fundraising support, statutory compliance, audit management and finance-process automation.

The ideal candidate should be comfortable working in a fast-paced technology/start-up environment and should be capable of independently managing senior stakeholders, auditors, investors, banks, tax advisors and cross-functional teams.

Role and Responsibilities

1. Financial Controllership & Reporting

• Manage monthly, quarterly and annual financial close and reporting.
• Ensure accuracy of P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow and financial schedules.
• Review accounting entries, provisions, accruals, revenue recognition and reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and company policies.

2. Consolidation & Subsidiaries

• Manage consolidation of Indian and overseas subsidiaries.
• Review inter-company transactions, balances and eliminations.
• Coordinate with subsidiary finance teams for timely closing and reporting.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules.

3. Zoho Books & Finance Systems

• Own accounting operations and controls in Zoho Books.
• Ensure proper chart of accounts, transaction recording, reconciliations and reporting.
• Drive automation of accounting, invoicing, collections, vendor payments and reporting.
• Identify opportunities to improve finance processes through technology and automation.

4. MIS, Budgeting & Business Finance

• Prepare monthly MIS, management dashboards and financial analysis.
• Track revenue, expenses, margins, budgets and key business KPIs.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
• Provide financial insights to management for business decisions.

5. Cash Flow & Treasury

• Own short-term and long-term cash-flow planning and forecasting.
• Monitor collections, vendor payments, payroll and other major cash requirements.
• Manage working capital and ensure optimal utilisation of available funds.
• Coordinate with banks on banking operations, facilities, BGs and other treasury matters.

6. Investor Reporting & Fundraising

• Prepare financial information and MIS for investors, lenders and the Board.
• Support fundraising, due diligence, valuation and financial data-room requirements.
• Coordinate with investors, lenders, advisors and internal teams for financial information.
• Ensure consistency and accuracy of financial data shared externally.

7. GST, Tax & Compliance

• Oversee GST, TDS and other direct/indirect tax compliances.
• Review GST returns, reconciliations, notices and tax assessments.
• Ensure timely statutory filings and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Coordinate with tax advisors and consultants on tax matters.

8. Audit & Due Diligence

• Lead coordination with statutory auditors, internal auditors and other advisors.
• Ensure timely closure of audit requirements and observations.
• Prepare audit schedules, financial workings and supporting documentation.
• Support investor, lender and transaction-related due diligence.

Qualifications

• CA qualified
• 7–12 years of relevant experience, preferably in a high-growth, technology or start-up environment.

Must have skills

• Strong hands-on experience in Zoho Books and financial reporting.
• Experience in group consolidation and subsidiary accounting.
• Strong understanding of GST, taxation, audit and statutory compliance.
• Experience in investor reporting, fundraising and financial due diligence.
• Strong cash-flow, working-capital and MIS experience.
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills.
• Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• Proven experience in managing and developing finance teams.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Medical Health Cover for you and your family, including unlimited online doctor consultations.
• We believe family comes first. That’s why we offer Maternity, Paternity, Marriage and Bereavement Leave, so you can be there when it matters most.
• We ensure every member of the team gets an opportunity to participate in international events and conferences.
• Access to mental health experts for you and your family.
• Dedicated allowances for learning and skill development.

Interview Process:

• Introductory call
• Interview rounds (ideally up to 2-3 rounds)
• Culture Round / HR round