Simplilearn - Associate Director - Finance

Role Summary :

- The role will be key in scaling & making Simplilearn's financial systems and processes world-class, especially as Simplilearn has entered into a hyper-growth stage and prepare for an IPO listing within two years timeframe .

- This position will endeavor Simplilearn to operate like a public listed company, always audit-ready. In this role, the person will coordinate with Statutory & Internal Auditors and the Audit Committee with respect to the timeliness of audits and implementation of control improvements identified.

- The role will also lead the automation of end-to-end processes, including the implementation of new ERP & best of breed finance technology products which make the finance team more effective and efficient. He will also be responsible for implementation of IFRS, US GAAP , ITGC controls and prepare the organization for IPO once the management decides on its IPO plans

- This position reports to the Director of Finance and will be part of the CFO leadership team.

- The position will be coordinating with Tax, Legal / Secretarial, Procurement, and FP&A, sub-teams of Finance, to deliver high-quality Finance team outcomes, on time, every time.

Job Description Key Responsibilities :

- Set up the General review process and implement process controls.

- Work on IPO preparations

- Drive Timely, Accurate and High Quality Month Close, including Consolidation

- Timely Completion of Stat & Internal Audits

- Drive automation initiatives & ERP rollouts

- Manage treasury portfolio of Rs.230 crores and cash flow forecast

- Work with FP&A Teams to ensure the data is captured in Accounting Systems is complete to facilitate faster Management Reporting & Analysis

Desired skills :

- 8-13+ Years of Work Experience

- Relevant Sectors - IT / ITES / E-Commerce / SaaS

- Worked on Finance Systems, across the spectrum, from Zoho / Tally to Oracle / SAP

- Advanced Excel skills

- Good Communication Skills

- Chartered Accountant, preferably with Big 4 experience

- Passion for driving simplification and automation