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Office of the CFOReporting To:Chief Financial OfficerShift:EMEA (1:30 pm - 10:30 pm IST) (India)About Russell Investments, Mumbai:Russell Investments is a leading outsourced financial partner and global investment solutions firm providing a wide range of investment capabilities to institutional investors, financial intermediaries, and individual investors around the world. Building on an 89-year legacy of continuous innovation to deliver exceptional value to clients, Russell Investments works every day to improve the financial security of its clients. The firm is “Top 12 Ranked Consultant (2009-2024)” in P&I survey 2024 with $906 billion in assets under advisement (as of December 31, 2024) and $331.9 billion in assets under management (as of March 31, 2025) for clients in 30 countries. Headquartered in Seattle, Washington in the United States, Russell Investments has offices around the world, including London, New York, Toronto, Sydney, Tokyo, Shanghai – and has opened a new office in Mumbai, India in June 2023.Joining the Mumbai office is an incredible opportunity to work closely with global stakeholders to support the technology and infrastructure that drives the investment and trading processes of a globally recognized asset management firm. Be part of the team based out of Goregaon (East) and contribute to the foundation and culture of the firm’s growing operations in India. The Mumbai office operates with varying shifts to accommodate time zones around the world.For more information, please visit https://www.russellinvestments.com.Job Description:
About The Role
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director, Finance to lead our finance operations for Russell Investments' India office in Mumbai. This role is critical to the success of our global investment management business and will be responsible for overseeing Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Accounting, Taxation, and Regulatory Reporting functions managed out of our India office. The Director, Finance will serve as a key liaison between the India-based finance teams and senior leadership in the United States, ensuring accurate, timely, and strategic financial support across the enterprise.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Oversight
- Lead, mentor, and manage high-performing teams across FP&A, Accounting, Tax, and Regulatory Reporting.
- Ensure alignment with global finance strategy and foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and service excellence.
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
- Drive the annual budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes in coordination with US-based functional leads.
- Provide insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making across global business units.
Accounting & Reporting
- Oversee accurate and timely financial closing processes in accordance with US GAAP and Indian accounting standards.
- Ensure robust internal controls and compliance with corporate accounting policies.
Taxation
- Manage compliance with direct and indirect tax regulations in India.
- Liaise with external advisors and internal stakeholders to optimize tax strategy and ensure audit readiness.
Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure adherence to Indian financial regulations, and timely and accurate submission of statutory filings to the authorities
- Monitor changes in financial regulations and guide the organization in adapting to evolving requirements.
Business Partnering
- Collaborate closely with global finance, legal, HR, and operational teams to support cross-functional initiatives.
- Provide strategic financial leadership for local operations and support corporate projects, including expansion or restructuring.
Governance & Risk
- Maintain high standards of compliance, risk management, and corporate governance.
- Support internal and external audit processes, and implement internal controls to safeguard company assets
Qualifications
- Chartered Accountant (CA) or CPA equivalent; MBA in Finance is a plus.
- 15+ years of progressive finance experience, including at least 10 years in a leadership role managing cross-functional teams.
- Prior experience working in a matrixed global investment management or financial services environment is strongly preferred.
- Expertise in both Indian and regulatory and tax environments with some exposure to US financial landscape
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact across geographies and cultures.
- Proven ability to lead transformation, streamline operations, and implement best-in-class financial practices.
