Finance Specialist

About the Role We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Mid-Level Finance Executive to manage and oversee the company s financial operations. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in end-to-end finance functions, including budgeting, accounting, statutory compliance, audit coordination, and financial reporting. This role requires strong analytical skills, leadership capabilities, and a sound understanding of Indian financial regulations and accounting standards. Key Responsibilities Financial Operations Reporting 1. Manage day-to-day finance and accounting activities ensuring accuracy and compliance. 2. Prepare and present timely financial statements, management reports, and dashboards for internal and external stakeholders. 3. Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, fund flow, and working capital optimization. 4. Monitor debtors and creditors, reconcile accounts regularly, and resolve discrepancies promptly. Statutory Compliance Audit 1. Ensure compliance with all statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements including GST, TDS, Income Tax, ROC filings, PF, PT, etc. 2. Coordinate and manage external audits, liaising with auditors, legal advisors, and consultants. 3. Maintain and reconcile statutory returns (GST returns, TDS filings, etc.) with accounting books. Invoicing Revenue Management 1. Maintain and update master sheets for projects, including client details, project scope, invoiced amounts, and receivables tracking. 2. Coordinate revenue calls with delivery teams to assess project status and revenue accruals. 3. Raise invoices based on signed milestones and maintain timesheet records for billing accuracy. 4. Prepare monthly revenue projections and collaborate with sales and project teams to ensure accurate forecasting. Payments Reimbursements 1. Oversee vendor payments, reimbursements, payroll processing, and reconciliation. 2. Verify reimbursement entries with supporting documentation and ensure timely payments as per payment cycles. 3. Manage credit card accounting, transaction recording, and monthly reconciliation. Cash Flow Recovery Management 1. Monitor company cash flow, ensure liquidity management, and timely payment collections. 2. Follow up rigorously on overdue invoices, update receivables tracker, and coordinate with sales/delivery teams for resolution. 3. Prepare and update cash flow and recovery status reports regularly. Legal Secretarial Support 1. Manage legal documentation including NDAs, MSAs, SOWs with appropriate templates and client/company details. 2. Assist with vendor onboarding by collecting and verifying required statutory documents. 3. Maintain organized storage of all project and legal documentation. Team Collaboration Leadership 1. Collaborate with leadership and other departments to support strategic planning and financial decision-making. 2. Participate in leadership and status update meetings, providing insights on finance, invoicing, and project status. Required Qualifications Skills 1. Bachelor s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA, CA, or CMA preferred. 2. 3-5 years of progressive experience in financial management roles. 3. Strong knowledge of Indian GAAP, taxation laws, and statutory compliance. 4. Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems, preferably Tally. 5. Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills. 6. Sound understanding of legal, regulatory, and statutory frameworks in India. Preferred (Good to Have) 1. Experience working in startups, SMEs, or fast-growth environments. 2. Familiarity with international accounting standards and cross-border compliance. Additional Information 1. Strict adherence to company payment cycles (weekly payments every Tuesday). 2. Strong focus on documentation accuracy, timely statutory filings, and audit readiness. 3. Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively across teams.