India Operations Head

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India Operations Head

India Operations Head

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Business Expansion:

  Develop and execute a growth strategy to expand the firm’s market presence in India. Identify new business opportunities, build client relationships, and drive revenue growth.

• Cross-Cultural Leadership:

  Bridge the cultural gap between Indian and US teams, ensuring effective communication, collaboration, and understanding of business practices across regions.

• Team Leadership & Development:

  Lead a diverse, multi-location team of accounting professionals, tax advisors, and business support staff. Foster an inclusive and high-performance culture that encourages collaboration and alignment across different geographies.

• Operational Integration:

  Ensure seamless operational integration between the India and US offices, driving efficiency and aligning processes across both regions to meet global standards.

• Client Management:

  Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing them with top-tier advisory services and ensuring that both local and global teams deliver consistent value.

• Market Intelligence:

  Continuously monitor market trends, regulatory changes, and competitor activities in India to stay ahead of the curve and adjust strategies accordingly.

• P&L Oversight:

  Manage the financial performance of the India office, ensuring that budget targets are met, and operational costs are effectively managed.

• Innovation & Best Practices:

  Implement global best practices while tailoring solutions to the local Indian market. Lead innovation in both service delivery and internal operations to improve efficiency and client satisfaction.

Key Requirements:

• Experience:

  Minimum of 10+ years of senior leadership experience in accounting, taxation, or advisory services, with experience managing cross-functional teams across different locations.

• Cultural Intelligence:

  Proven ability to bridge the cultural gap between teams from different regions (India and the US). Understanding of both Indian and US work cultures, business practices, and communication styles.

• Leadership Skills:

  Experience in leading and motivating diverse teams, driving collaboration, and managing complex, cross-geography projects.

• Strategic Mindset:

  Strong ability to create and execute business strategies that drive growth while adapting to local market dynamics.

• Industry Expertise:

  In-depth knowledge of Indian tax laws, accounting regulations, and international advisory standards. Experience in both compliance and advisory services is essential.

• Communication:

  Excellent communication skills with the ability to facilitate understanding and alignment between Indian and US teams at all levels.

• Education:

  CA (Chartered Accountant) or equivalent in accounting, taxation, or business management. An MBA or similar management qualification is a plus.

Why Join Our Client:

• Global Impact:

  Play a key role in expanding a globally recognized firm’s footprint in India, with the opportunity to bridge two important business cultures and shape the firm’s future in the region.

• Career Growth:

  Be part of an expanding business with significant opportunities for leadership advancement as the firm grows its operations in India.

• Dynamic Work Environment:

  Work in a collaborative, high-energy environment that values both innovation and operational excellence across borders.

• Competitive Compensation:

  Enjoy an attractive salary package, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits.