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[{"Salary":null , "Remote_Job":false , "Posting_Title":"Senior Finance Manager" , "Is_Locked":false , "City":"Kochi" , "Industry":"Financial Services","Job_Description":" Job Brief We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, and forward-thinking Finance Manager to oversee our end-to-end finance operations and provide strategic financial leadership as we scale. As a Finance Manager, you will play a key role in reviewing the financial health of the organization and driving its success through sound financial planning, strategic analysis, and insightful reporting. Your work will directly support high-impact decisions and long-term growth. This position requires both tactical and strategic financial expertise\u2014from managing accounts and compliance to budgeting, forecasting, and executive reporting. You\u2019ll collaborate closely with internal teams and external consultants to ensure financial stability and business growth. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the financial backbone of a fast-growing deep-tech startup. Objectives of this Role -Develop and implement financial policies, accounting systems, and compliance processes. -Prepare financial reports, forecasts, and MIS dashboards to support business planning. -Manage day-to-day accounting operations, tax filings, audits, and statutory compliances. -Lead budgeting, cash flow planning, and scenario-based financial projections. -Provide strategic financial guidance to leadership while maintaining financial accuracy and accountability. Roles and Responsibilities Strategic Finance & FP&A -Lead annual and quarterly budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning. -Prepare and present MIS reports, financial dashboards, and variance analysis to executive leadership. -Perform in-depth financial modelling and scenario planning to support strategic decisions. -Support fundraising, investor due diligence, and board-level financial reporting. Accounting, Taxation & Compliance -Manage and maintain the Zoho Books accounting system, including entries, reconciliations, and financial reports. -Manage accounting operations including journal entries, ledger maintenance, and vendor/customer documentation. -Manage accounts receivable/payable, purchase orders, payroll processing, and record keeping. -Ensure timely compliance with TDS, GST, PF, PT, ESI, and other statutory filings in India. -Coordinate monthly, quarterly, and year-end closings with auditors and consultants. Banking & Cash Flow Management -Prepare and manage cash flow statements, fund transfers, and outward remittances. -Liaise with banks for payments, changes in account information, and compliance documentation. -Maintain updated bank statements, signatory records, and remittance files. Revenue, Vendor, and Payroll Management -Issue sales orders and invoices through CRM and Zoho Books. -Ensure thorough and timely follow-up on receivables from customers to maintain cash flow health. -Coordinate with vendors for purchase orders, invoice verification, MSME documentation, and payment approvals. -Work with HR for payroll activities, salary processing, tax declarations, and Form 16 distribution. Secretarial & Audit Coordination -Collaborate with the secretarial team on board meetings, statutory records, and MCA filings. -Maintain records for audits and support due diligence for investors and regulatory bodies. Requirements Required Skills and Qualifications -Bachelor\u2019s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (M.Com / MBA preferred). -12 plus years of experience across accounting and finance functions. -Strong understanding of Indian tax laws, accounting principles, statutory compliance, and financial best practices. -Strong understanding of corporate financial planning, risk management and investment strategies. -Proficiency in Zoho Books and ERP Tools such as NetSuite.
