Senior Manager

Job Title: Senior Manager - FinanceLocation: Bangalore HQ (on-site)Reports to: Associate Director - FinanceJOB OVERVIEW:We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Manager of Controllership to lead our core finance. The ideal candidate is a seasoned professional with a strong background in accounting, financial reporting, and people management. This is a critical role that requires a blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and collaborative skills to drive the financial success of our business units.The ideal candidate brings knowledge of IFRS, experience working with Big-4 audit firms, and a strong background in general ledger controllership and process optimization, especially related to POS device management and control enhancements.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:I. Financial Leadership & Controllership- Serve as the General Ledger (GL) Controller for the Point-of-Sale (POS) business, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timely completion of all financial records and reports. - Act as the Finance Controller for the Digital Bills business, overseeing all areas of finance, including business team collaboration and strategic financial planning. - Lead and manage the entire month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring compliance with all accounting standards and internal policies.II. POS Device Management & Control Improvement- Oversee financial management and tracking of POS devices, including reconciliation, asset tracking, and loss prevention. - Design and implement control improvements around POS inventory, deployment, and maintenance. - Drive initiatives to automate and streamline control processes for operational efficiency.III. Operational & Strategic Finance- Manage and optimize working capital, including cash flow forecasting, accounts receivable, and inventory management. - Oversee the Accounts Payable function, ensuring timely and accurate payments and compliance with all related statutory regulations. - Manage all company bank account balances, including reconciliation. - Lead and execute critical finance projects, such as accounting for mergers & acquisitions, system migrations, and other key business initiatives.IV. Audit & Compliance- Serve as the primary lead for all statutory audits, internal audits, and other external reviews for the POS & Bill-Me books. - Ensure strict adherence to all statutory compliances related to finance, accounts payable, and other relevant areas. - Maintain a comprehensive understanding of financial regulations and reporting requirements, ensuring the company's full compliance.V. Team & People Management- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of 5-6 finance professionals. - Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth within the team. - Manage performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and support career development for all direct reports.VI. Cross-Functional Collaboration- Collaborate closely with business unit leaders and other department heads to provide financial insights, support strategic decision-making, and achieve business objectives. - Partner with technology teams on system enhancements and data integrity, particularly with knowledge of SAP HANA.QUALIFICATIONS:- Chartered Accountant (CA) with 8 or more years of post qualification work experience in finance and accounting. - Proven experience in a controllership or similar senior finance leadership role, with a strong emphasis on core finance. - In-depth knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is highly desirable. - Experience in the fintech sector is a significant plus. - Proven people management experience, with the ability to lead, mentor, and develop a team. - Strong technical accounting skills with a comprehensive understanding of GL operations, month-end close, and financial reporting.