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Job Title: Finance Lead

Location: Bengaluru

Experience: 4–7 years

Joining: ASAP

Compensation: Competitive, based on candidate profile

About the Opportunity

We are hiring for a fast-growing fintech frm that is redefining how recurring payments and collections work in India. The company has built vertical-specific payment solutions that are already trusted by thousands of institutions and lakhs of end-users across the country.

Their mission is to make world-class payment infrastructure accessible to even the smallest businesses. Backed by marquee global investors, they are scaling rapidly and looking for high-ownership individuals to join their core team.

Role Overview

We are looking for a Finance Lead to join our client’s leadership team and take charge of FP&A, MIS, and financial reporting. This is a strategic, high-impact role with significant responsibility and visibility across the organization. You will build robust financial systems, partner with business leaders, and deliver critical insights to drive informed decision-making.

While compliance and bookkeeping are managed by an external accounting partner, familiarity with accounting concepts will be helpful for effective coordination.

Key Responsibilities

Lead financial planning and analysis (FP&A), including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and unit economics.

Deliver timely, accurate MIS and business performance reports to leadership and investors.

Build and maintain financial models to support decision-making across product, operations, and business functions.

Partner with internal stakeholders to evaluate the financial impact of new initiatives, pricing strategies, and business opportunities.

Establish and optimize financial processes, internal controls, and reporting dashboards.

Coordinate with external accountants for bookkeeping, reconciliations, and compliance matters.

Support audit processes, investor reporting, and board-level financial requirements.

What We're Looking For

Strong ownership mindset with the ability to operate independently and reliably.

Excellent analytical and financial modeling skills.

High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Mission-driven and excited about contributing to a high-growth fintech environment.

Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

4–7 years of experience in FP&A, business finance, MIS, or reporting roles.

Proficiency in Excel;
familiarity with SQL orBI/reporting tools is a plus.

Working knowledge of accounting and finance operations (Tally exposure is a bonus).

CA or MBA preferred, but not mandatory.

Experience in a startup or high-growth company is advantageous.

Summary

One of our PE backed portfolio company is seeking a strategic and hands-on Head of Finance to lead all financial operations and support the company’s ambitious growth trajectory. The Head of Finance will be a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for shaping and executing financial strategies, scaling operations, and enhancing value creation in a data-rich, digital services environment.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead all financial functions including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, accounting, and cash management across a fast-paced, marketing services organization.

- Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and executive leadership, supporting growth initiatives, pricing strategy, margin optimization, and operational excellence.

- Oversee financial planning & analysis (FP&A) and drive key performance indicators (KPIs) to guide business decisions and ensure financial alignment with organizational goals.

- Strengthen and scale financial systems, internal controls, and reporting frameworks to support both organic growth and potential M&A opportunities.

- Partner with stakeholders to evaluate and integrate acquisitions, including financial due diligence, modeling, and post-acquisition integration.

- Develop board and investor reporting, ensuring transparency and strategic insight in all communications.

- Optimize capital structure, maintain banking relationships, and manage covenant compliance, refinancing, and capital initiatives.

- Build and mentor a high-performing finance team with a strong culture of accountability, analytics, and process improvement.

- Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Enrollment, and Technology leaders to drive customer acquisition and retention through financially sound strategies.

- Foster a culture of financial discipline and innovation while aligning with the company’s mission of empowering student success.

Qualifications & Experience:

- 15+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, ideally with exposure to marketing, digital services, SaaS, or education sectors. Previous CFO/Head of Finance experience in a private equity-backed organization is highly preferred.

- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required;
MBA or CPA strongly preferred.

- Demonstrated ability to drive financial strategy and translate analytics into action in a growth-oriented, data-driven business.

- Comfortable rolling up sleeves and working closely with cross-functional teams to improve operational performance and profitability.

- Proven track record of evaluating, executing, and integrating acquisitions in a fast-paced environment.

- Deep understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, audit, tax, and compliance. Experience with ERP, CRM, and financial planning tools is essential.

- Strong team-building and mentoring skills with the ability to foster a high-performance culture that supports the mission and values of EDDY.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to influence at all levels, including board and investor communications.

We are currently hiring for "Finance Head (Finance Controller)" role with a leading organization based out in Gurgaon/Bangalore.

Job Responsibilities:

• Build, augment and manage a complex financial model.
• Advise the founders, board and other key management personals on planning and budgeting, cash flow planning and management, administration, investment and treasury management. Providing financial strategy assistance and financial analysis to management, as well as the flexibility to review and alter established systems and procedures as needed.
• Implementation of standardised corporate reporting structure, assist with financial due diligence, deal structuring/negotiations.
• Lead yearly budgeting cycle and manage continuous reforecast that supports the company's strategic goals.
• Ensure compliance with Indian and US financial regulations, including US GAAP and IND AS.
• Manage investor relations, board communications, and financial presentations.
• Primary interface, coordination and management of external key vendors & partners.
• Streamlining accounting operations, manage internal controls, risk and governance, and provide financial review of different segments of business.

Qualifications

• A business or accounting degree, or 12+ years of experience in an accounting/ management capacity in an organization.
• In-depth knowledge of financial benchmarking, accounting, and other regulatory matters.
• Proven work experience as a VP of Finance or similar role, a qualified CA with prior experience of working with start-ups is preferred G
• Strong organizational skills;
  must be able to manage and prioritize multiple business objectives and projects with the proper sense of urgency.
• Self-motivated, curious, diligent and ability to work independently
• Exp in Fundraising and US GAAP in mandatory

Our Story:

Founded in 2021 by Aadit Palicha and Kaivalya Vohra, Zepto is on a mission to save you time —making every second count towards life's real joys. Our platform has revolutionised rapid commerce in India with cutting-edge technology and strategically optimised delivery hubs. Zepto offers an extensive range of 45,000+ products, from fresh groceries to electronics, beauty essentials, apparels, toys and more, delivering across 50+ cities in 10 minutes*. Zepto Café extends our commitment to convenience, featuring a curated menu of over 200 fresh items.

Role: Director - Finance

Corporate Finance function is a critical role in our finance team as it ties together FP&A and Accounting teams. The role will setup processes for provisioning and actual invoices and hence someone who has handled the planning process and accounting while leveraging SAP workflows for cost mapping and bookings will be most suitable.

Responsibilities, aka, what we’d like you to deliver:

Cost Accrual Management:

· Oversee and manage the cost accruals process, ensuring all expenses are properly recorded and accounted for in line with financial policies and timelines.

. Review, validate, and update accrual entries to maintain accuracy in financial reporting.

Financial Actualization:

· Ensure all costs are accurately actualized in the financial system based on invoices, purchase orders, and other supporting documentation.

. Regularly reconcile accruals and actuals to ensure any variances are identified and resolved promptly.

Month-End Close Process:

· Manage the month-end book closing process by ensuring timely and accurate recording of accruals and other relevant financial entries.

. Reconcile key accounts related to inventory, cost accruals, making adjustments as necessary.

Collaboration with Business and Finance Teams:

· Liaise with various business units and finance teams to gather, verify, and discuss data related to cost accruals and financial actualization.

. Provide clear and timely communication to ensure alignment between operational activities and financial outcomes.

Reporting and Analysis:

· Generate and review monthly reports on cost accruals and variances.

. Assist in the preparation of financial statements by providing accrual-related data and insights.

Process Improvement:

· Continuously review and improve the cost accrual and book closing processes for better efficiency and accuracy.

. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement changes in procedures or systems to improve financial controls and reporting accuracy.

Are you who we're searching for:

. CA with 7+ years of experience in cost accounting, financial reporting, or a related finance role.

. Strong understanding of cost accruals, financial actualization, and month-end closing processes.

. Proficiency in financial systems and ERP software.

. Excellent communication skills to collaborate with diverse business and finance teams.

. Attention to detail and high level of accuracy in financial reporting.

. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve financial discrepancies.

Why Zepto should be your next career move:

This isn’t just a job;
it’s a chance to be part of a once-in-a-generation story that will shape the future of the Indian startup ecosystem. If you’re ready to go all in, execute like never before, and create impact on a massive scale, there’s no better place to do it than Zepto.

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Role- Senior Executive Finance

Location – Malad West, Mumbai

Experience- Qualified CA with 1+ years of experience

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparing Consolidated and Standalone financials for FSL and Its Subsidiaries Monthly and Quarterly.
• Handling Month End Accounting.
• Handling Revenue accounting and collections Handling Quarterly Statutory audit and resolving queries Preparing monthly MIS and other relevant schedule.
• Detailed Variance analysis and highlighting the same to management.
• Preparing Audit schedules and getting that signed off form auditors.
• CO ordinating with internal and external team for data requirement.
• Assisting team in US, UK and Other geographies taxation

Additional

• Good communication skills
• Good Knowledge on SAP
• Sound excel and MS Office knowledge Finalyzer Tool will be add on advantage

Job Summary:

A dynamic and growth-focused SaaS and IoT organization is seeking a seasoned Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join its executive leadership team. The company operates across software services, hardware manufacturing, and international exports. The CFO will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the financial strategy, ensuring regulatory compliance, optimizing operations, and enabling sustainable, profitable growth. This role requires a sharp financial strategist with a deep understanding of SaaS economics, hardware exports, and global business operations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Strategy & Leadership

• Define and drive the company’s financial strategy in alignment with long-term business goals.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and multi-year financial planning for both SaaS and hardware divisions.
• Monitor financial performance across subscription revenue, hardware sales, and exports.
• Advise the CEO and executive leadership on financial insights, risks, and growth opportunities.

2. Financial Operations & Compliance

• Oversee all aspects of financial operations including accounting, tax, cash flow, treasury, and internal controls.
• Ensure full compliance with domestic and international accounting standards, taxation, and trade laws.
• Strengthen financial systems and implement controls to scale with global expansion.

3. Fundraising & Investor Relations

• Manage relationships with investors, financial institutions, and funding partners.
• Lead equity and debt fundraising initiatives to support business expansion and R&D investments.
• Represent the financial health and strategy of the company to shareholders and the board.

4. Cross-functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with Product, Engineering, and Sales to develop pricing strategies and improve margins across SaaS and hardware offerings.
• Work closely with Supply Chain and Operations to ensure cost efficiency in manufacturing and logistics.
• Partner with Legal and Compliance to address risks related to SaaS contracts, international trade, and data regulations.

5. Risk Management & Global Expansion

• Identify and mitigate financial risks related to foreign exchange, tariffs, supply chain disruptions, and geopolitical developments.
• Provide financial oversight for international expansion efforts, including subsidiaries, JVs, and local partnerships.
• Support feasibility assessments and financial planning for new product launches in emerging markets.

6. Team Leadership & Development

• Build and lead a high-performing finance team with a focus on innovation, accountability, and execution.
• Mentor team members to support career growth and alignment with company objectives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related discipline. MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
• CPA, CA, or CFA qualification is a strong advantage.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in financial leadership roles, ideally in SaaS, technology, or manufacturing sectors.
• Deep understanding of SaaS revenue models and hardware production/export dynamics.
• Experience in fundraising, investor communication, and capital allocation.
• Familiarity with global tax regimes, export compliance, and financial regulations.
• Strong command over financial tools, ERP systems, and data analytics for decision-making.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder communication, and strategic thinking abilities.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic financial planning
• SaaS and hardware business understanding
• Global compliance and regulatory knowledge
• Investor and stakeholder management
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Team development and leadership

About Dentsu International India:

Awarded the Oscars of the advertising world, The Cannes Global Agency of the Year 2022 (a first for India!) Dentsu international comprises of six leadership brands - Carat, dentsu X, iProspect, Isobar, dentsuMB and Merkle, each supported by its specialist divisions and scaled services. With best-in-class services and solutions in Media, Customer Experience Management (CXM), and Creative, dentsu international operates in over 145 markets worldwide with more than 66,000 dedicated talented employees working together to reach the never before!

Part of dentsu International, dentsu India helps some of the biggest & most interesting brands who are our clients everyday to win, keep and grow their best customers and achieve meaningful progress for their businesses. With best-in-class services and solutions in Media, CXM (Customer Experience Management) and Creative, Dentsu India is the 2nd biggest Advertising agency network in India while the dentsu international is the 5th largest in the world.

In good times and bad, we partner with brands to achieve meaningful progress as we are a force for good & for meaningful growth. Our teams of optimists, entrepreneurs and first-movers coalesce around the needs of our clients, unlocking unique possibilities for sustainable value and lasting change.

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Role Summary:

Job title: Associate Manager/Manager - Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Location: Mumbai

Experience: 5-7 years

Role: Asst Manager/ Manager – Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Level: 30/ 35

Role Purpose

This role will support Dentsu India and will be based out of Mumbai. The team member will work in FP&A and R2R team to ensure a smooth month-end process and required analysis. She/He will need to collaborate across multiple groups of stakeholders and will have to manage delivery of key tasks in relation to financial reporting, planning and analysis collaboratively and contributing to insightful, high quality financial analysis to key stakeholders.

Job Description (Key responsibilities):

• Delivers accurate and reliable reports from specific tasks during monthly, quarterly and annual reporting processes
• Delivery of Month End closure (MEC) activities including P&L and Balance Sheet review.
• Handle/Manage month end process deliverables as per global time lines along with ensuring delivery of quality & timely results to key stakeholders
• Make analysis, dashboards, KPI reports and other key process metrics.
• Liaise with various cross function teams to ensure appropriate reporting including Inter-company Reporting.
• Ensure accurate delivery of BPC reporting across Interco, Finance, and other required applications.
• Ad-hoc and variation analysis
• Lead budget and forecast preparation requirements and manage the BPC/SAC submissions.
• Develop & maintain effective partnership with stake holders to understand requirements, set expectations, address concerns, and discuss them with the team / reporting manager as required.
• Responsible for maintaining updated Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), dashboards preparation and ensuring audit trail.
• Deliver timely and error-free reports, KPI dashboards, non-compliance reports and other key process metrics to the stakeholders.
• Be a part of continuous improvement initiatives (CII) by identifying process lapses, offering best possible solution and lead Automation Projects (as & when identified).
• Maintains a working relationship with other teams and stakeholders in other finance pillars. Provides technical analysis and advice to key partners appropriate to experience, and working within the team to solve complex problems
• Supports control and reporting compliance including support in preparing technical accounting memos
• Supports the audit process, liaising with external audit on appropriate workstreams
• Supports continual improvements in quality and efficiency of financial reporting processes, in collaboration with the wider finance team

Professional Skills

• MBA with 5 to 7 years of post-qualification experience in FP&A and Reporting activities like budgeting and variation analysis, Group Reporting, Financial Analysis is a must.
• Advanced user of Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint is a must.
• Knowledge of SAP BPC (Business Planning & Consolidation), SAC (SAP Analytical Cloud) and Power BI tool will be an added advantage.
• Strong communication skills (verbal & written). Able to communicate effectively with various stakeholders, across different regions and levels.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrate high level of responsibility and commitment to the assigned activities.
• Agile and flexible to changing needs and adhoc requirements.

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Working with us (Our Culture & Ethos)

Joining dentsu international, you’ll join a team of 66,000 driven, talented & gifted individuals who work in functions across Media, Creative, Customer experience management & Shared Services. Here, they collaborate every day to write inspiring stories of growth & learning, audacious innovation & dreams that they turn into reality.Having a lot of fun as they do that! It is a place of incredible spirit, drive & growth!

Inclusion and Diversity

We’re proud to be different and that starts with our people. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone. We won’t define people by their race, gender, sexual-orientation, age or disability. Individuality is what makes us great, we want everyone to bring their full self to work and create something amazing. That’s what we care about.

So, whether you’re joining us, or looking to move to a different part of the business, we work hard to make sure we create equal opportunities for everyone.

Job Title: Finance Manager

Location: Pune

Department: Finance & Accounts

Reporting To: CFO / Founders

About the Role

We are a rapidly growing startup based in Pune, seeking a highly experienced and proactive Senior Finance Manager with a strong background in Manufacturing, Direct-to-Consumer (D2C), and E-commerce sectors. This role is critical in establishing and scaling the finance function, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring financial integrity as the company expands.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong track record of financial leadership, operational excellence, and hands-on experience in fast-paced, high-growth environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and lead the finance function, ensuring alignment with the company’s growth objectives.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking.
• Prepare and present accurate financial statements, MIS reports, and investor-ready documentation.
• Monitor and manage cash flow, working capital requirements, and supply chain costs.
• Develop and implement robust internal controls, financial processes, and compliance frameworks.
• Serve as a strategic business partner to the founders and leadership team on key financial and operational matters.
• Manage direct and indirect taxation, GST compliance, statutory audits, and regulatory reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, supply chain, sales, and growth to drive financial discipline.
• Lead the implementation and optimization of ERP and finance automation systems.
• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing finance team.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: CA, CPA, CMA, MBA (Finance), or equivalent professional qualification.
• Experience: 8–12 years of progressive finance experience, with a minimum of 3–5 years in Manufacturing, D2C, or E-commerce (mandatory).
• In-depth knowledge of Indian accounting standards, taxation, GST, and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated experience in financial modeling, fundraising support, investor relations, and cost optimization.
• Proficient in ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Prior experience in a startup or high-growth company environment is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and drive change across the organization.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package with performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to work closely with the founders and leadership team.
• Strategic involvement in building a scalable and sustainable financial infrastructure.
• Exposure to cutting-edge business models in Manufacturing, D2C, and E-commerce.
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment with significant career growth potential.