Director – Finance

Role Overview: We are seeking a Senior Director of Finance & Operations in India to oversee both India and US Finance and operations functions. This role will lead financial planning, external accounting management, resource utilization analysis, vendor management, and operational coordination. The individual will manage the existing FP&A and Operations team. Location: Bangalore (with Coordination Across India & US Operations) Key Responsibilities: US Finance & Accounting: - Oversee bookkeeping and financial records, coordinating with an external US accounting firm. - Oversee invoicing, accounts receivable, and approval coordination for US vendor invoices. - Manage bank account monitoring, cash flow analysis, and vendor payments. - Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning & analysis (FP&A). - Manage financial reports and US tax coordination (income tax, estimated tax payments, 1099s, 409A valuations, etc.). India Finance and Operations: - Supervise and support the India FP&A and Operations team in financial planning, reporting, and analysis including the following: - Oversee external accounting and bookkeeping firms in India. - Coordinate resource management for the India team via analysis of time sheets, actual vs. expected resource utilization, and future demand. - Conduct project profitability analysis and compare. - Coordinate invoice approvals. - Collaborate with India HR to oversee benefits administration Strategic & Growth Initiatives: - Provide Review/approval of pricing strategy/price sheet and client-specific pricing - Provide financial insights and reporting to leadership to drive strategic decision-making. - Support external fundraising and exit strategy initiatives, as needed, providing financial analysis and documentation support. - Identify and implement process improvements to enhance financial and operational efficiency. US HR & Payroll Coordination: - Oversee payroll processing in coordination with US HR representative and external payroll administrator. - Oversee benefits administration and onboarding/offboarding processes in coordination with US HR representative. Operations & Administration: - Manage insurance renewals and compliance (Workers’ Comp, General Liability, Cyber/Professional Liability for US; relevant insurance for India). - Oversee IT procurement, vendor management, and office management support for India and US teams. Legal & Compliance Support: - Independently review and manage customer and vendor contracts, coordinating external counsel review as needed. - Support corporate filings, board documentation, and compliance reporting. - Assist in US and India regulatory compliance and audits as needed. Qualifications: - 15-18 years of experience in finance, accounting, and operations within a multinational or tech-focused organization. - Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and FP&A. - Experience managing external accounting/bookkeeping firms. - Familiarity with resource management, project profitability analysis, and vendor coordination. - Experience working with US finance operations is a strong advantage. - Ability to lead and mentor finance team members in India. - Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. - Ability to take accountability and work independently with minimal guidance. - Prior experience in at a growth company and in the software or professional services industry, is a plus. Benefits: - Competitive salary with performance-based incentives. - Stock options (for eligible candidates). - Comprehensive health and wellness benefits. - Opportunities for professional development, including workshops, training sessions, and tech talks. - A dynamic and collaborative work environment, fostering innovation and growth.