Raising Superstars - Financial Controller/Manager

Designation: Finance Controller/Finance Manager

Location: Mumbai

About Raising Superstars :

- Raising Superstars is a rapidly growing tech startup with a vision to develop all-round abilities in kids 0-6 years old, with just 5 minutes of daily, screen-free activities.

- The company is a category creator and a category leader in its industry with over 100,000K customers in 50+ countries. It runs the number 1 parenting app (Prodigy Baby) on the Playstore and has a deeply passionate and talented team of 35+ people. It was recently featured on Shark Tank India, and has subsequently bagged a round of venture capital from some of India's top investors.

- At Raising Superstars we prioritize happiness, independence, productivity, and performance in everything that we do. We are now focused on our next round of growth and are looking to bring on board committed leaders across various functions.

You can check out our website here:

https://raisingsuperstars.com/

Responsibilities :

- Financial Planning and Analysis: Develop and manage financial planning processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling. Provide analysis and insights on financial performance, variances, and trends to support strategic decision-making by senior management.

- Financial Reporting and Compliance: Oversee the preparation of financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards (e.g., GAAP) and regulatory requirements.

- Internal Controls and Risk Management: Establish and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard assets, mitigate financial risks, and ensure compliance with financial regulations, laws, and policies. Conduct periodic audits and reviews to identify and address control weaknesses or non-compliance issues.

- Financial Operations Management: Manage day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and treasury functions. Ensure accurate recording of financial transactions, timely payments, and efficient cash flow management.

- Team Management and Development: Lead and develop a finance team, providing guidance, coaching, and performance management. Foster a culture of continuous learning, skill development, and collaboration within the finance department.

Required skills and qualifications :

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex financial data and provide actionable insights

- Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems; advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel

- Excellent understanding of internal controls, compliance, and risk management

- Strong understanding of banking processes and financial data analysis

- Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a finance team

- Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders

- Attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to meet tight deadlines

Preferred skills and qualifications :

- Professional certification, such as CA or CPA certification

- Proven experience as a Finance Manager or similar role in a complex financial environment

- In-depth knowledge of financial management, accounting principles, and financial reporting standards (e.g., GAAP)

- Ten or more years of experience in finance or accounting roles.

- Five or more years of experience as a senior-level accounting or finance manager

What's in it for you :

a. Work with founders who have bagged the deal from two Sharks on Shark Tank India

b. Experience of working in exponentially growing EdTech Industry

c. Stakeholder Management

d. Growth Opportunities