Job Description Head of Finance

Position: Head of Finance
Experience: 8–15 Years
Location: Nashik (On-site)
Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA) – Mandatory
Industry: IT / ITES / Software Services (Mandatory)
Joining Preference: Immediate Joiners / Candidates serving up to 30 days' notice

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Finance to lead our Finance & Accounts function. The ideal candidate should be a Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with 8–15 years of post-qualification experience in the IT/ITES industry. The candidate must possess strong expertise in Financial Accounting, Finalization of Accounts, Treasury Management, Statutory Compliance, Taxation, Audit Management, and Financial Reporting.

The successful candidate should have experience working with an IPO-listed company or have actively participated in the IPO process, along with exposure to audits conducted by Big 4 firms. This leadership role requires excellent communication skills, proven team management experience, and the ability to drive finance transformation by adopting AI-enabled tools and automation.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management

- Lead and manage the overall Finance & Accounts function.
- Oversee financial accounting, general ledger, and month-end/year-end closing activities.
- Prepare, review, and finalize standalone and consolidated financial statements.
- Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with statutory and accounting standards.
- Drive budgeting, forecasting, MIS reporting, and financial planning.

Audit & Compliance

- Manage Statutory, Internal, Tax, and Secretarial Audits.
- Coordinate with external auditors, including Big 4 audit firms (Deloitte, EY, KPMG, PwC).
- Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards,



statutory regulations, and internal financial controls.
- Address audit observations and implement corrective actions.

Financial Reporting & Accounting Standards

- Strong working knowledge of IFRS/Ind AS and financial reporting requirements.
- Ensure compliance with Companies Act and applicable regulatory frameworks.
- Develop and strengthen internal financial control processes.

IPO & Listed Company Experience

- Experience working with an IPO-listed company or hands-on involvement in the IPO process.
- Support IPO readiness, due diligence, financial disclosures, and regulatory compliance.
- Liaise with auditors, legal advisors, investment bankers, and regulatory authorities.

Treasury Management

- Manage treasury operations, banking relationships, and cash flow.
- Monitor working capital and optimize fund utilization.
- Drive financial risk management and investment planning.

Taxation & Statutory Compliance

- Ensure compliance with GST, Income Tax, TDS, and other statutory requirements.
- Oversee timely filing of returns and statutory payments.
- Handle tax assessments, notices, and regulatory audits.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

- Lead, mentor, and develop the Finance & Accounts team.
- Partner with senior leadership to support strategic business decisions.
- Drive continuous process improvement and operational excellence.




- Build solid relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Digital Transformation & AI

- Drive automation and digital transformation initiatives within the finance function.
- Leverage AI-powered tools for reporting, analytics, forecasting, and process optimization.
- Stay updated with emerging technologies and implement best practices in finance operations.

Required Skills & Expertise

- Chartered Accountant (CA) – Mandatory
- 8–15 years of experience in Finance & Accounts within the IT/ITES industry
- Financial Accounting & Finalization of Accounts
- Financial Reporting (IFRS / Ind AS)
- Statutory Audit, Internal Audit & Tax Audit
- Experience working with or handling audits by Big 4 firms
- IPO process and/or Listed Company experience
- Treasury & Cash Flow Management
- GST, Income Tax, TDS & Statutory Compliance
- Budgeting, Forecasting & MIS Reporting
- Strong knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.)
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
- Proven experience managing and developing finance teams
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to adopt and leverage AI in finance processes

Preferred Candidate Profile

- Qualified CA with experience in an IT/ITES organization.
- Currently working in or previously associated with an IPO-listed company, or actively involved in IPO implementation.
- Hands-on experience coordinating with Big 4 auditors.
- Strong business acumen with the ability to lead finance transformation initiatives.
- Immediate joiners or candidates with short notice periods preferred.
- Candidates based in Nashik or willing to relocate to Nashik. Role & responsibilities

Preferred candidate profile

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