Assistant Manager - Finance

Job Description

Mission: Be a key partner to the Finance Leadership team to enable data-driven decision-making, cost optimization, and financial compliance. This role is instrumental in executing the business plan through strategic finance management and rigorous process discipline. Key Responsibilities: Metric Development & Tracking: Identify, define, and monitor daily/weekly business metrics and performance indicators. Data Analysis & Insights: Translate data into insights that influence key business decisions across functions. Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead budgeting cycles, develop forecasts, and build financial models to support business goals. Cost Optimization: Analyze expenses, identify cost-saving opportunities, and support creative cost control initiatives. Compliance & Control: Ensure strict adherence to tax laws, audit requirements, legal standards, and internal SOPs. Process Automation: Build, scale, and automate finance processes to drive efficiency. Vendor & Contract Management: Handle due diligence, contract negotiations, invoicing, and vendor relationships. Timely Book Closures: Continuously improve accounting accuracy and closure timelines. Functional Competencies: Sharp attention to detail and disciplined execution. Strong analytical thinking with the ability to follow through. High work ethic and commitment to deliver outcomes. Business Skills: Strong business acumen and understanding of operational levers. Proven ability to manage budgets, control costs, and make financially sound recommendations. Experience in contract management, audits, and finance operations. Tools & Technology: Proficient in Advanced MS Excel and MS PowerPoint . Familiarity with other finance tools/software (bonus). Chalo Core Values: Respectful: Treat others with dignity and openness. High on Ownership: Takes initiative and follows through. Get it Done: Delivers results, no excuses. Courageous: Bold in thought and action. Coachable: Open to feedback and constant learning. Ideal Candidate Profile: An execution-focused finance professional with a strong grasp of data and business dynamics, who can lead finance processes, influence decision-making, and work collaboratively across teams with a high sense of ownership.