Accounts and Finance Manager

Job Description: Accounts and Finance Manager

Location: Dehradun, India (Full-time, with travel to Dubai)

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Management & Cash Flow Optimization:

• Develop and implement robust fund flow strategies to ensure liquidity during negative cashflow periods.
• Create, monitor, and optimize cash flow forecasts with precision.
• Maintain strict oversight on cash inflows and outflows to ensure operational and strategic goals are met.

2. Vendor & Stakeholder Management:

• Manage the relationship with outsourced accounting and bookkeeping vendors to ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.
• Oversee owner payouts, ensuring zero delays and maintaining trust and transparency with property owners.

3. Compliance and Timeliness:

• Ensure timely payment of taxes, government fees, and credit card bills, avoiding penalties.
• Monitor compliance with regulatory requirements across jurisdictions, ensuring adherence to financial and tax standards in the UAE, India, and Saudi Arabia.

4. Team Leadership:

• Supervise and mentor the team responsible for coordination between internal teams and
• external vendors.
• Build a team culture that encourages accountability, learning, and process improvement.

5. Financial Analysis and Reporting:

• Analyze and interpret MIS reports, providing actionable insights to the CFO and leadership team.
• Present regular updates on cash flow, financial forecasts, and risk mitigation strategies.

6. Task and Technology Management:

• Use ClickUp to manage tasks and ensure alignment with organizational priorities.
• Leverage AI tools to enhance efficiency in financial analysis, forecasting, and operational processes.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Educational Background: CFA or equivalent finance specialization preferred.
• Experience Level: 8–12 years in finance, with proven expertise in cash flow management, fund flow planning, and financial reporting.
• Experience in a startup or bootstrapped business environment is a strong advantage.
• Tools Expertise: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks is mandatory.
• Experience using task management tools like ClickUp is a plus.
• Language Requirements: Fluency in English is essential

Performance Metrics:

The success of the Accounts and Finance Manager will be evaluated based on:

• Owner Payouts: Ensuring timely and accurate payouts with no delays.
• Salary Management: Maintaining a flawless record of timely salary disbursement.
• Tax Compliance: Meeting all tax and government payment deadlines without penalties.
• Credit Card Management: Ensuring credit card bills are paid on time, maintaining a healthy credit standing.

Cultural Fit:

We are looking for a highly motivated individual who:

• Takes accountability for their work and operates with an independent, problem-solving attitude.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and demonstrates a "Make it Happen" mindset.
• Is passionate about learning and integrating new technologies, including AI tools, into financial management.
• Aligns with company's core values, fostering win-win solutions and contributing to the WOW guest experience indirectly through financial stewardship.

Perks and Benefits:

• Quarterly performance-based bonuses.
• Paid holiday on your birthday, with celebratory perks for special occasions.
• Employee recognition programs, including WOW and Core Values awards.
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning in a collaborative and innovative work environment.