Senior Manager - Finance - Startup/IT - CA

About Company:

The company is into smart grid automation, using IoT and AI to help power companies monitor and manage electricity distribution in real time.

Key Responsibilities:

- Drive annual and multi-year budgeting, financial planning, and forecasting in alignment with business goals

- Monitor cash flow, working capital, and overall financial health

- Ensure compliance with statutory, tax, and regulatory frameworks (Direct & Indirect Taxation, ROC, etc.)

- Lead internal and external audits, including coordination with auditors and consultants

- Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including invoicing, receivables, payables, reconciliations, and vendor payments

- Implement robust financial systems, controls, and processes to enable scale

- Manage and mentor a lean finance team, fostering continuous learning and ownership

- Support investor relations, funding rounds, and due diligence processes

Qualifications & Skills:

- CA or MBA in Finance with strong knowledge of accounting, finance, and Indian regulatory frameworks

- 7-9 years of experience, preferably in a startup or high-growth tech company

- Proficient in financial tools and software (e.g., Zoho Books, Tally, Excel)

- Deep understanding of compliance, taxation, financial reporting, and audits

- Proven ability to prioritize across functions, manage deadlines, and drive execution

- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

- Demonstrated experience in building scalable finance processes from scratch

- High ownership mindset with integrity, precision, and attention to detail