Manager Finance Accounts

This role is for one of Weekday’s clients

Min Experience: 4+ years
Location: Pune, Maharashtra, India
JobType: full-time

We are looking for an experienced Manager – Finance & Accounts to manage end-to-end accounting, financial reporting, monthly closing, revenue operations, and statutory compliance for both Indian and US entities. The role requires strong ownership of financial records and the ability to maintain accurate, timely, and audit-ready books that support business decisions, board reporting, investor updates, and fundraising activities.

The ideal candidate will be a hands-on finance professional who can independently manage accounting operations, coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, and ensure all financial and compliance activities are completed accurately and within deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

1. Bookkeeping and Monthly Financial Close

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations for Indian and US entities using Zoho Books, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, expense coding, accruals, prepayments, and fixed assets.
• Lead the monthly financial closing process and ensure completion within seven working days.
• Perform bank reconciliations across all Indian and US bank accounts.
• Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations between Indian and US entities.
• Handle revenue accounting in accordance with ASC 606, including subscription revenue recognition, RCM fees, deferred revenue, and unbilled revenue.

2. Revenue and Billing Management

• Own end-to-end revenue operations and ensure accurate, complete, and timely monthly billing.
• Reconcile billed revenue against contracted and collected amounts.
• Monitor accounts receivable ageing, follow up on outstanding payments, and support collections.
• Ensure revenue records are accurately aligned with the General Ledger (GL), Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, and contractual terms.

3. Client Communication and Stakeholder Collaboration

• Act as the primary finance point of contact for client billing and invoice-related queries.
• Resolve billing discrepancies and client concerns promptly and professionally.
• Collaborate with Customer Success on billing changes, disputes, credit notes, and renewals.
• Work closely with sales, operations, and HR teams on financial matters affecting accounting records.

4. MIS and Financial Reporting

• Prepare and deliver monthly Management Information System (MIS) reports covering Profit and Loss, balance sheet, cash flow, burn rate, runway, and department-wise expenditure.
• Track vendor-wise and category-wise expenses and highlight budget variances.
• Maintain accurate and reconciled financial data for board presentations, investor updates, and due diligence requirements.

5. Indian Statutory and Regulatory Compliance

• Manage Goods and Services Tax (GST) compliance, including monthly/quarterly returns, GSTR-2B versus GSTR-3B and books reconciliation, Input Tax Credit (ITC), and export refund claims.
• Handle Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) returns and certificates, advance tax payments, and annual income tax filings.
• Oversee payroll-related statutory compliance, including Provident Fund (PF), Employee State Insurance (ESI), and professional tax, in coordination with payroll partners.
• Manage ROC/MCA filings, including MSME Form 1, FEMA/RBI reporting, and transfer pricing documentation with external advisors.
• Coordinate statutory and tax audits from initiation through completion.

6. US Accounting and Compliance

• Coordinate US federal and state tax filings, 1099 reporting, and annual franchise and state filings with the US Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Reconcile US payroll and employee benefits with the payroll service provider.
• Support US financial statement preparation and coordinate audit or review requirements.

7. Financial Controls and Process Improvement

• Maintain a comprehensive compliance calendar and ensure all statutory and financial deadlines are met.
• Develop and document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), approval workflows, and internal financial controls.
• Maintain audit-ready financial records, supporting schedules, and documentation.
• Ensure financial records and supporting documents are organised and readily accessible for investor and audit due diligence.

Must-Have Skills and Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA) with 4–10 years of post-qualification experience in accounting, financial closing, and statutory compliance.
• Strong experience managing accounting operations for both Indian and US entities, with exposure to US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP).
• Sound knowledge of Indian direct and indirect taxation, including GST, TDS, income tax, and ROC filings.
• Experience handling cross-border accounting requirements, including intercompany transactions, transfer pricing, and FEMA compliance.
• Proven experience preparing and managing monthly MIS reports for founders or senior leadership.
• Working knowledge of Zoho Books; experience with QuickBooks, Xero, or Tally is also relevant.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong financial reconciliation capabilities.
• Ability to independently manage accounting operations, prepare and review financial records, and drive issues through to resolution.
• Strong ownership, attention to detail, and ability to work effectively in a lean, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to handle billing-related discussions directly with US clients.

Good-to-Have Skills

• QuickBooks
• Xero
• Tally
• Experience with cross-border financial operations and multi-entity accounting
• Familiarity with investor reporting and fundraising due diligence