Manager - Finance

About the Role

We are looking for a detail-oriented and driven finance professional to manage end-to-end accounting operations with a strong focus on Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and financial close. The role also involves team leadership, audit readiness, and due diligence support in a fast-paced,high-growth environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Accounts Receivable (AR) – Order to Cash (O2C)

 Own the complete O2C cycle including invoicing, collections, and revenue tracking.

 Ensure timely and accurate billing, credit notes, and customer reconciliations.

 Drive collections efficiency, monitor aging, and reduce DSO.

 Collaborate with business teams to resolve disputes and improve cash realization.

 Establish strong controls around revenue recognition and receivables tracking.

2. Accounts Payable (AP) – Procure to Pay (P2P)

 Manage the end-to-end P2P cycle including vendor onboarding, invoice processing, andpayments.

 Ensure timely and accurate invoice booking, approvals, and payment execution.

 Perform periodic vendor reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.

 Ensure compliance with TDS, GST, and other statutory requirements.

 Optimize working capital through effective payable management.

3. Accounting, Book Closure & Reporting (R2R)

 Own and drive monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.

 Ensure accurate preparation and finalization of P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow.

 Maintain strong GL controls and reconciliations (AR, AP, bank, and other key accounts).

 Lead month-end closure reviews with finance leadership.

 Ensure compliance with Ind-AS / GAAP and internal accounting policies.

4. Team Management & Leadership

 Lead and manage a team handling AP, AR, and accounting operations.

 Allocate responsibilities, set KPIs (closure timelines, DSO, payable cycles), and monitorperformance.

 Review team deliverables including invoicing, reconciliations, and reporting outputs.

 Drive team development, training, and process standardization.

 Build a culture of ownership, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

5. Audits, Compliance & Due Diligence

 Lead and manage statutory audits, internal audits, and GST audits.

 Ensure books are audit-ready with proper documentation and reconciliations.

 Support and coordinate financial due diligence for investors, fundraising, or strategic transactions.

 Work closely with auditors, consultants, and tax advisors.

 Ensure adherence to regulatory and compliance requirements.

6. Process Improvement & Systems

 Drive automation and process improvements across AP, AR, and accounting workflows.

 Manage and improve ERP systems and reporting tools.

 Strengthen internal controls and governance frameworks.

Skills & Experience

 Strong hands-on experience in AP, AR, and end-to-end book closure (R2R).

 Proven experience in team handling (2–4 members).

 Experience in due diligence, audits, and investor-facing finance processes preferred.

 Strong understanding of GST, TDS, Ind-AS / GAAP.

 Experience with ERP systems (Tally, Zoho, NetSuite, SAP, or similar).

 Advanced proficiency in Excel (Pivots, Lookups, Data Analysis) and reporting tools.

 Experience in startup/high-growth environments is a must.

 Strong stakeholder management and ability to work with cross-functional teams.

Key Traits

 High attention to detail and strong reconciliation mindset

 Ownership-driven with ability to manage deadlines and closures

 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

 Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

 Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills