About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and qualified finance professional to lead the Accounts & Finance function. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving financial governance, statutory compliance, financial reporting, treasury management, budgeting, and strategic financial planning while leading a high-performing finance team. This role requires strong leadership, analytical capabilities, and a thorough understanding of the BFSI/NBFC regulatory environment.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead end-to-end financial accounting operations, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes.

- Prepare accurate financial statements in compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

- Develop and present Management Information System (MIS) reports, budgets, financial forecasts, and variance analysis to senior leadership.

- Manage treasury operations, cash flow planning, working capital, and banking relationships to ensure optimal liquidity.

- Ensure compliance with all applicable statutory and regulatory requirements, including GST, TDS, Income Tax, PF, ESIC, and other financial compliances.

- Coordinate statutory, internal, and tax audits while strengthening internal financial controls and governance frameworks.

- Oversee costing, inventory valuation, and cost optimization initiatives to improve operational efficiency and profitability.

- Partner with business leaders to support financial planning, strategic decision-making, and business performance analysis.

- Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and operational excellence within the finance function.

- Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Eligibility Criteria:

- Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is mandatory.

- Minimum 10 years of post-qualification experience in Finance & Accounts within the BFSI or NBFC sector.

- Strong expertise in financial reporting, accounting standards, taxation, audits, and statutory compliance.

- Proven experience in leading and managing finance teams.

Desired Skills:

- Strong knowledge of Indian accounting standards, taxation, and financial regulations.

- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and financial planning capabilities.

- Strong understanding of treasury management, budgeting, and cash flow optimization.

- Experience in ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel.

- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.

- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, and regulated business environment.

Preferred Industry Experience:

- Candidates with prior experience in BFSI, NBFC, Lending, Financial Services, or FinTech organizations will be preferred.