Senior Finance Manager

About MaxVal: MaxVal started as an IP services company in 2004, with a keen focus on efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and continuous improvement through metrics-based processes. Our focus on these core values led to the tech-enablement of our offerings even before this buzzword became an industry standard. Over the years, MaxVal developed many internal applications to increase our quality and efficiency, and customer satisfaction. As these systems grew and became more sophisticated, we have productized them and offered them to our clients. Today, MaxVal serves over 600 clients across the full IP life cycle with the industry’s leading products and services. Our 600 plus employees represent the most IP and tech-savvy individuals in the industry." At MaxVal, we do the right things and innovate ceaselessly as a winning team to achieve customer success and employee success. Purpose of role. We are seeking a Finance Manager – Renewals to manage and oversee the financial operations of our Renewals business. This role involves owning end-to-end financial processes, including accounting, revenue assurance, budgeting, reporting, and contract reviews. The ideal candidate will act as a strategic business partner, offering financial insights to drive performance, ensure compliance, and support sustainable growth. This is a highly dynamic role within a fast-growing, multi-geographical business environment. Job Responsibilities: Financial Operations Management: Manage the complete financial lifecycle of the Renewals business including book-keeping, accounting, accounts receivable, payments, and MIS/reporting. Ensure accurate revenue recognition, prevent leakage, and manage full ownership of P&L and Trial Balance. Handle monthly closings, budgeting, and forecasting processes with variance analysis reporting. Business Partnership & Commercial Support: Provide actionable financial insights and analysis to cross-functional business teams. Assist in pricing models, contract reviews, and financial terms to ensure commercial soundness and risk mitigation. Support ROI calculations and cost-benefit analysis for investments and new initiatives. Process Improvement & Controls: Identify and implement improvements in financial and operational processes; lead cost optimization initiatives. Maintain robust internal controls and support audit/compliance requirements. Drive financial automation projects to increase accuracy and efficiency. Leadership & Strategic Input: Serve as a trusted finance business partner in decision-making processes. Work closely with senior leadership to influence key strategies through financial acumen. Guide and develop finance team members, cultivating a high-performance culture. Core Competencies: Strong business acumen with the ability to interpret financial data into strategic insights. Proven experience in financial operations, risk management, and financial compliance. Ability to partner with diverse teams and influence senior stakeholders. Technical Skills: Experience with ERP and financial tools (e.g., QuickBooks, Zoho, Tally). Strong command of Microsoft Excel and financial modeling. Education: Qualified Chartered Accountant with 4–5 years of relevant experience, OR Semi-qualified CA/MBA (Finance) with 12–15 years of relevant experience. Preferred Experience: Background in fast-paced, high-growth environments with multi-regional operations. Hands-on involvement in automation, budgeting systems, and pricing strategy development. Other Requirements: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment with tight deadlines