Finance Lead - CA - IT Startup

- We are currently retained by a leading IT startup that is well funded and supported by leading industry stalwarts to hire a Finance Lead for them. The role is based in Bengaluru.

- This startup is doing some cutting edge work in technology using Artificial intelligence, Machine learning. When you hear the names of the people behind this you would be highly impressed.

Are you a CA rank holder who has an insatiable hunger for learning- You are not bothered about hierarchy or number of people reporting to you but all you care is about building a function and doing what it takes to make it grow. If that sounds like you then read on:

- The person will be responsible for end to end P&L responsibility with focus on Business Impact, Compliance, Process Excellence, Finance Reporting & Insights and managing quarterly financial accountability for the organization.

Responsibilities include :

P&L Management :

- Oversee Month close process

- Drive monthly P&L reviews & help monitor financial efficiency and targets

- Support the Business Management Office in business priorities / trade-offs.

- Drive cost efficacy and bring down the cost of delivery in partnership with business stakeholders

- Benchmarking within / outside the organization and suggest corrective actions to management on mid to long term cost optimization.

Planning & Insight :

- Bring financial insights to drive accountability, efficiency and growth opportunities.

- Budgeting, Forecast and planning for P&L on monthly / quarterly / annual basis and in detail variance analysis.

- Partner with support org like HR, Communications, to drive various business initiatives and P&L accountability.

Controls and Compliance :

- Make sure Payroll processing and accruals are accurate.

- Make sure internal controls are strong and other processed related to Finance & taxes are compliant.

- Make sure Payroll processing and accruals are accurate.

- Acting as an Audit Committee head to resolve queries between the Management & Auditors.

Qualifications and Experience :

- Chartered Accountant Rank holders only

- Strong presentation skills required to present financial results to management and the ability to influence others; Advanced skills in all Microsoft Office Apps particularly in Excel.

- Ability to Lead the team through Changes and drive Changes

- Ability to Influence and Impact stakeholders and Strong Cross Group Collaboration.

- This role requires Executive Maturity, Financial Analysis and Business Skills and strong Communication capabilities.