Founder's Office Generalist Role

APPLY HERECOMPENSATIONSalary:₹6 - 8 LPA + ESOP Opportunity Probation:6 months (full benefits) Joining:Immediate Location:Bangalore Job Type:Full-Time Work Mode:Hybrid (3+2), 5-day weekABOUT THE ROLEWe are hiring a versatileFounder’s Office Associatewho can operate as a strong generalist across finance, project execution, and people operations. This role covers three primary functions:Accounting, Finance & Compliance- maintain clean and documented accounting, reporting, and legal compliance. Product & Project Management- ensuring planned features & projects move on time based on the product roadmap Talent Sourcing & People Ops- sourcing the right talent, building the team, and maintaining the startup cultureYou will work directly with the CXOs, ensuring high-quality execution, documentation, and coordination across the company. If you love structure, ownership, and working across disciplines, this role is built for you.WHY JOIN WARDENJoin acategory-defining SaaS companyin the Shared Living space Watch SaaS product development happenend-to-end, in real time Work in the founder’s office during the company’s1 → 10 scale-up phase Grow into anOperations Leadas the company expands Get founder-level exposure, perfect for future entrepreneursABOUT WARDENWardenis an early-stage B2B SaaS startup, but not the boring kind. We're nimble and growing fast in the Shared Living space, where we help coliving & student housing operators to automate and manage their properties.We do this with a two-headed product - a complex admin panel used by property admins to manage hundreds of properties, and a simpler resident app used by thousands of residents. As industry experts and technology partners, we introduce automation to their manual workflows, plug revenue leakages, and remove inefficiencies.REQUIREMENTSAccounting, Finance & ComplianceBachelor’s/Master’s in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration 1–4 years in accounting, finance ops, or startup operations Strong understanding of accounting basics, compliance, and payroll Proficiency with Zoho Books / Tally / QuickBooks / Excel / Sheets Awareness of GST, TDS, PF, ESI (preferred) High attention to detail and documentation disciplineProduct & Project ManagementBasic understanding of how SaaS products are built (nice to have) Strong coordination and communication across cross-functional teams Ability to track delivery timelines, blockers, and dependencies Skilled at maintaining documentation, dashboards, and progress updates Comfortable following up with multiple team members without losing context Prior experience in PMO/project coordination is a plus, but not mandatoryTalent Sourcing & People OpsExperience supporting hiring pipelines (sourcing, screening, coordination) Familiarity with LinkedIn search, job boards, and Boolean search Strong communication and candidate evaluation skills Ability to maintain hiring trackers, onboarding docs, and HR files Comfort interacting with candidates across roles and levels Ability to assess cultural fit and represent the brand well TASKSAccounting, Finance & ComplianceRecord day-to-day accounting entries and perform reconciliations Track client invoices, payments, and follow up on collections Generate and verify invoices, receipts, and reimbursement records Maintain payroll, attendance, reimbursements, and expense reports Support P&L, balance sheets, and monthly MIS reporting Coordinate GST, TDS, ROC, and compliance filings with CA Ensure timely vendor and employee payments Maintain accurate financial documentation and audit readinessProduct & Project ManagementTrack the product roadmap and ensure features move as per timelines Coordinate between Sales, Product, Design, and Engineering to ensure alignment Collect inputs from Sales/Operations on client requirements and route them properly Follow up with teams to clear blockers and ensure consistent progress Maintain project documents, timelines, release notes, and internal updates Ensure every planned feature has clear specs, deadlines, and ownership Prepare weekly project status summaries for the CEO Help ensure the team follows structured processes (standups, reviews, planning) Support cross-functional initiatives, like onboarding and product launchesTalent Sourcing & People OpsBuild and manage hiring pipelines across departments Source candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, and communities Screen applicants, conduct initial conversations, and shortlist profiles Coordinate interviews and maintain structured communication with candidates Maintain hiring trackers, interview notes, feedback, and offer statuses Manage onboarding documentation, employee files, and HR hygiene Maintain internal talent database and run proactive sourcing Support culture and engagement initiatives (events, communication, activities)SUBMIT FORM TO APPLY