Simplilearn - Associate Director - Finance - CA

Position : Associate Director - Finance

About Simplilearn

Founded in 2010 and based in Plano, Texas, and Bangalore, India, Simplilearn, a Blackstone portfolio company, is a global leader in digital upskilling, enabling learners across the globe with access to world-class training to individuals and businesses worldwide. Simplilearn offers 1,500+ live classes each month across 150+ countries, impacting over 8 million learners globally. The programs are designed and delivered with world-renowned universities, top corporations, and leading industry bodies via live online classes featuring top industry practitioners, sought-after trainers, and global leaders. From college students and early career professionals to managers, executives, small businesses, and big corporations, Simplilearn's role-based, skill-focused, industry-recognized, and globally relevant training programs are ideal upskilling solutions for diverse career or business goals.

Role Summary:

- We seek an experienced and dynamic individual to join our team as an Associate Director - Finance. The key responsibility is providing accurate and timely financial information to support the organization's growth and profitability objectives.

- This position reports to the Finance Controller and second level to the CFO.

- This role is not just about individual excellence but also about effective collaboration. As a Senior Finance Professional, you will work closely with FP&A, Tax, Legal, Secretarial, and Procurement teams to deliver timely, high-quality outcomes. This collaborative approach is a crucial aspect of our work culture.

Accounting and Reporting:

- Working with Financial controller in ensuring accurate accounting and management reporting for all the legal entities including fully owned foreign subsidiaries

- Preparation of Monthly Financial statements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timelines.

- Maintain a robust internal control environment, implementing and monitoring control to safeguard company assets and mitigate financial risks

- Managing Inter company transactions for Group as per transfer pricing guidelines

- Collaborate with auditors to facilitate annual Statutory & Internal audits and ensure timely

- Stay up-to-date with evolving accounting standards and regulations, providing guidance and training to finance and accounting teams as necessary

Financial Strategy and Leadership:

- Collaborate with the FPA team to develop and execute a financial strategy that is aligned with the company's overall goals and objectives.

- Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making, including investment opportunities, cost optimization, and revenue growth initiatives.

- Present financial information and analysis to the executive team, communicating complex financial concepts clearly and concisely.

- Drive process improvements and streamline financial operations, leveraging technology and automation to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications:

- Qualified CA with Post qualification experience of 8+ years in Finance .

- Self-starter with the ability to take the necessary steps to solve problems and understand the essential analysis needed without micromanagement

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.

- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

- Proficiency in financial management systems and advanced MS Excel skills; experience with ERP systems is a plus.

- Detail-oriented with high accuracy while maintaining a strategic and forward-thinking mindset.

- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.

- Experience in IT Service/Software industry is a plus

- Experience working with international teams is a plus