About the Role:

- We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented finance professional for the role of Associate Director - Finance, with 8-10 years of post-qualification experience to lead financial reporting, accounting, and controllership functions.

- The ideal candidate will be a qualified Chartered Accountant with strong audit expertise, proven people management skills, and hands-on experience in financial reporting, book closure, and compliance.

- The role requires a solid understanding of accounting standards (IGAAP and Ind AS), audit processes, ERP systems, and internal controls

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead and manage the preparation and finalization of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements along with detailed schedules in compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

- Drive timely and accurate book closure and reconciliations (including billing, revenue, expenses, fixed assets, etc.).

- Lead the accounting team covering general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and fixed asset functions.

- Strengthen and monitor provisioning processes in consultation with business teams, ensuring accurate and timely recognition of provisions.

- Own and manage master data governance in ERP systems, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across financial processes.

- Establish, implement, and monitor accounting policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) in alignment with industry best practices.

- Ensure robust internal controls and risk management, driving accounting and audit best practices across the organization.

- Manage and coordinate with statutory, internal, and tax auditors to ensure smooth, timely, and successful completion of audits.

- Lead and oversee matters related to Income Tax, GST, International Taxation, and SEZ compliance.

- Prepare and present management reports, including variance analysis and financial insights, to senior stakeholders.

- Provide leadership in people management-mentoring, coaching, and developing team members for long-term success.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (FP&A, legal, operations, etc.) to support business decision-making.

Key Requirements:

- Qualified Chartered Accountant with 8-12 years of post-qualification experience in accounting, financial reporting, tax & compliance.

- Strong audit experience (statutory and internal audit exposure, preferably with Big 4 or reputed firms would be beneficial).

- Proven people management experience, with demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing finance teams.

- In-depth knowledge of Indian Accounting Standards (IGAAP & Ind AS) and working knowledge of IFRS.

- Experience with ERP systems (Oracle/MS Dynamics/Tally ERP), with ownership of master data and process governance.

- Strong understanding of internal controls, compliance, and regulatory requirements.

- Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with senior leadership, auditors, and cross-functional stakeholders.

Preferred Experience:

- Prior experience in a financial operations / controllership role in a mid-sized organization and fast-paced startup.

- Background in leading audits within Big 4 or large audit firms is mandatory.

- Exposure to overseas branch & subsidiary accounting.

- Experience in managing a sizable team of 5-8 members.

- Experience in handling due diligence or supporting M&A activities would be preferred but not mandatory