Head - Accounts & Finance

Description
About Blackfrog Technologies

Blackfrog Technologies is an ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 certified MedTech startup headquartered in Manipal, India.

With a vision to revolutionize vaccine cold-chain infrastructure, we design and manufacture innovative, patented medical devices that ensure last-mile delivery of temperature-sensitive healthcare products in challenging geographies.

We are at the intersection of technology, public health, and social impact-now scaling our solutions across India and emerging markets.

We are looking for an accomplished and visionary Head of Accounts & Finance to lead our finance function, drive compliance, strengthen internal controls, and act as a strategic business partner in scaling the organization sustainably.

Key Finance Leadership

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company's short-term and long-term goals.
• Advise leadership on key business decisions through financial modeling, risk analysis, and scenario planning.
• Own the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning process; ensure alignment with organizational priorities.

Accounting & Financial Control

• Ensure accurate and timely maintenance of books of accounts as per applicable statutory and regulatory frameworks (Companies Act, GST, TDS, etc.
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities, including preparation of financial statements, cash flow statements, and reconciliations.
• Maintain internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard assets and improve process efficiency.

Compliance, Taxation & Audit

• Ensure end-to-end compliance with statutory obligations, including GST, TDS, income tax, and ROC filings.
• Liaise with auditors, regulatory authorities, and government stakeholders during statutory and internal audits.
• Prepare utilization certificates and reports for grants, CSR funds, and donor compliance requirements.

Operational Excellence

• Supervise daily operations of the finance team including accounts receivable/payable, payroll, and expense management.
• Design and implement processes for financial discipline, working capital optimization, and cost control.
• Ensure seamless vendor payments, contract evaluations, and inter-departmental financial support.

Stakeholder Management & Reporting

• Prepare detailed MIS reports, board presentations, and analytics on budget vs actuals, burn rate, and fundraising runway.
• Coordinate with external consultants, legal advisors, and chartered accountants for financial structuring, due diligence, and special projects.
• Act as the financial point of contact for investors, grantors, partners, and funding agencies.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and mentor the accounts and finance team, fostering a culture of ownership, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Build scalable systems and workflows to support a growing enterprise across geographies.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Chartered Accountant (CA) or MBA (Finance) or equivalent qualification.
• 8-12 years of progressive experience in finance leadership roles, preferably in manufacturing, MedTech, or impact-driven enterprises.
• Proficient in accounting software (Tally ERP), MS Excel, and financial dashboards.
• In-depth understanding of financial regulations, grant compliance, and government reporting frameworks.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to drive strategy through numbers.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• High integrity, resilience, and adaptability in a fast-paced startup environment

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