Manager - Financial Controllership & Compliance in भारत

We are looking for a detail-oriented and execution-focused Finance Manager to strengthen our Finance & Accounts function. This is a hands-on role that spans financial controllership, statutory and regulatory compliance, direct and indirect taxation, and end-to-end process ownership across Procure-to-Pay (P2P) and Order-to-Cash (O2C) cycles. The role will work closely with the Senior Director – Finance and the CFO, and will be integral to our pre-IPO governance and reporting framework.

Requirements

Financial Controllership & Reporting

• Own the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial statements
• Maintain the general ledger, ensure completeness of books, and oversee the Record-to-Report (R2R) cycle
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with Indian GAAP / Ind AS, including P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements
• Support preparation of consolidated financials for the group, including intercompany reconciliations and eliminations
• Drive revenue assurance — monitor billing, contracts, and data flows to prevent revenue leakage in the high-volume digital business environment
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance reporting efficiency and accuracy

Statutory Compliances

• Ensure timely compliance with all statutory obligations
• Coordinate and manage statutory audits and internal audits — liaise with auditors, review schedules, and ensure clean audit closure
• Ensure compliance with FEMA regulations for cross-border receipts, remittances, and overseas entity transactions (Singapore and UK)
• Maintain and update statutory registers, fixed asset registers, and all compliance trackers
• Assist in preparation of disclosures and documentation required under pre-IPO and post-listing regulatory requirements

Direct Taxation

• Manage end-to-end TDS compliance — deduction, challan payment, quarterly return filing (26Q, 27Q), and issuance of Form 16 / 16A
• Coordinate advance tax computation and timely payment to avoid interest under Sections 234B and 234C
• Support preparation and filing of corporate income tax returns, tax audit reports (Form 3CD), and transfer pricing documentation
• Assist in responding to notices, assessments, and proceedings before income tax authorities
• Working knowledge of withholding tax implications on international payments and DTAA provisions
 

Indirect Taxation (GST)

• Oversee GST compliance — monthly and quarterly return filing including GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, and annual return (GSTR-9 / 9C)
• Manage GSTR-2A / 2B reconciliation and ensure maximum input tax credit utilisation
• Ensure e-invoicing compliance and e-way bill management wherever applicable
• Handle GST notices, audits, and departmental correspondence
• Stay updated on GST amendments relevant to the digital / gaming / app-based business model, including taxation of online gaming

Procure-to-Pay (P2P)

• Oversee end-to-end P2P cycle — purchase requisition, vendor onboarding, invoice processing, approvals, and payment disbursement
• Ensure proper TDS deduction and GST treatment on vendor invoices, and timely vendor reconciliations
• Manage accounts payable ageing and drive timely payment cycles without cash flow disruption
• Review and strengthen vendor contracts from a financial risk and compliance standpoint
• Coordinate with internal teams for accruals, prepayments, and month-end payable reconciliations

Order-to-Cash (O2C)

• Oversee the O2C cycle including revenue recognition, invoicing, collections, and customer reconciliations
• Ensure accuracy of revenue booking in line with Ind AS 115 / applicable accounting standards for digital and subscription-based revenues
• Monitor accounts receivable ageing, coordinate collections, and manage credit risk on customer accounts
• Reconcile revenue from app stores (Google Play, Apple App Store) and ad monetisation platforms with internal records
• Support revenue assurance processes — identify gaps between contracted, billed, and collected amounts

Required Qualification 

• Chartered Accountant (CA) with 5–7 years of post-qualification experience in finance and accounts/ BCom with 9-12 years of experience in a similar role.
• Prior experience in a digital, gaming, SaaS, or high-volume internet B2C company strongly preferred — candidates from companies with automated, high-volume revenue processes (digital wallets, telco, gaming) will be given preference
• Hands-on experience across controllership, statutory compliance, GST, TDS, P2P, and O2C functions
• Strong working knowledge of Indian GAAP / Ind AS and practical experience with R2R processes
• Experience handling FEMA / cross-border transactions and international entity compliance (Singapore exposure is a plus)
• Proficiency in ERP systems — experience with Zoho or Tally; advanced MS Excel skills are essential
• Familiarity with automation tools, financial dashboards, and process improvement initiatives
• Strong attention to detail, ability to manage multiple compliance deadlines, and a proactive problem-solving approach
• Good communication skills with the ability to coordinate across functions and present to senior stakeholders

Benefits

What We Offer

• A high-growth, pre-IPO environment with significant career acceleration opportunity
• Direct exposure to CFO and senior leadership with broad finance scope
• Opportunity to build and improve finance processes from the ground up in a scaling organisation
• Competitive compensation and benefits, including performance-linked incentives
• A collaborative, low-hierarchy work culture with global exposure across India and Singapore