About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead our financial operations and strategy in a fast-paced fintech environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in accounting, financial planning & analysis (FP&A;), compliance, and business partnering, with a hands-on approach to managing the finance function of a growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A;)

- Drive budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling to support strategic decision-making.
- Prepare monthly MIS reports, analyze variances, and recommend corrective actions.
- Partner with business teams to assess ROI on recent initiatives and optimize unit economics.

2. Accounting & Compliance

- Oversee end-to-end accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to Ind AS, US GAAP, and IFRS standards.
- Own the month-end and year-end close processes, including reconciliations, provisions, and accruals, ensuring integrity of the general ledger and financial statements.
- Drive the function by, implementing and monitoring internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) and ensuring full audit-readiness where applicable.
- Lead and coordinate statutory, internal, and tax audits, ensuring zero non-compliance and timely resolution of audit observations.
- Ensure compliance with all direct and indirect tax obligations (GST, TDS, Income Tax, FEMA, etc.) and maintain up-to-date regulatory documentation.

3. Cash Flow & Treasury Management

- Manage working capital efficiently, monitor cash flow, and ensure optimal fund utilization.
- Liaise with banks, NBFCs, and investors for treasury operations and fund management

4. Strategic & Investor Support

- Support fundraising activities,



investor due diligence, and capital structuring initiatives.
- Prepare board-level presentations, investor reports, & financial performance summaries highlighting key business metrics and growth levers.
- Provide strategic financial insights to the leadership team, contributing to cost optimization and business scalability initiatives..

5. Systems, Controls & Automation

- Design, implement, and continuously improve internal financial controls, SOPs, and governance frameworks across all finance functions.
- Drive ERP and automation initiatives to streamline reporting, reconciliations, and compliance workflows.
- Collaborate with product and technology teams to ensure accurate financial data integration within the fintech platform.
- Champion the adoption of data analytics, business intelligence tools, and automated dashboards for real-time financial monitoring.

Requirements

- Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is mandatory..
- 5–8 years of post qualification experience in accounting, or finance leadership roles within fintech, NBFC, digital lending, or financial services.
- Comprehensive understanding of Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS), US GAAP, and IFRS.
- Proven experience in financial statement consolidation, audit management, and compliance & regulatory reporting.
- Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, MS Excel, and accounting/ERP tools such as Tally ERP, QuickBooks & payroll tools like graytHR, Gusto.
- Exposure to automation tools, data visualization platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau), and API-based financial integrations is a strong advantage.
- Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.

📌 Manager - Finance (Bengaluru)
🏢 Bright Money
📍 Bengaluru