Urgent Search : Finance Manager

Overview :

This is a high-impact role with end-to-end ownership across FP&A, Business Finance, Internal

Controls, Compliance, Reporting, and Taxation. You will be expected to lead with an AI-first mindset,

proactively applying automation and intelligence in finance operations. You will work directly with

leadership, drive strategic initiatives, and build a modern, AI-empowered finance function for scale.

1. Financial Planning and Budgeting :

∙ Lead quarterly and annual budgeting across all functions, aligning with company growth and

margin goals with AI-enabled planning tools

∙Build robust forecasting models for revenue, costs, and cash runway

∙Track key SaaS metrics—LTV, CAC, NRR, payback period, contribution margins, ROI on

marketing spends etc using AI tools for real-time insights.

∙Drive variance analysis, scenario planning, and cost-benefit assessments for strategic

decisions

∙Support pricing, hiring, and expansion plans through data-backed financial insights and

building playbooks

∙Develop reporting frameworks and dashboards to deliver actionable insights to leadership

and function heads.

∙Promote financial discipline and budgeting ownership across teams through clear planning

processes

∙Research on international taxes and advise the business on the same. Get expert opinion if

required to close out the analysis.

2. Cash Flow Management :

∙Manage cash flow to support business continuity and growth

∙Monitor monthly runway and raise early alerts to leadership

∙Optimize working capital and the cash conversion cycle using AI-led process improvements

3. Business Strategy Support :

∙Collaborate with the leadership team to align financial goals with overall business strategy.

∙Provide financial input during strategic planning sessions and other significant business

decisions.

4. Reporting & Compliance

∙Own monthly MIS, board decks, and leadership updates

∙Lead audit closures and ensure timely statutory filings

∙Maintain internal controls and adherence to financial regulations

5. Team Leadership and Development :

∙Mentor and grow a strong finance team across functions

∙Encourage an AI-first mindset, and foster a culture of automation, ownership, and

continuous improvement

7. Process setup and continuous improvement

∙Design and institutionalize policies across entities with scalable, tech-enabled workflows.

∙Drive automation, accuracy, and efficiency across financial operations

∙Stay abreast of new technologies, AI practices, and regulatory changes

Qualifications :

∙CA Qualified / MBA (from tier 1 institutions / B Schools)

∙Prior experience in Business finance is required.

∙Excellent written and oral articulation

∙Highly competent in working with cross functional teams.

∙Has great analytical skills and an eye for attention to detail

∙Has a positive attitude and keen to learn

∙Experience or strong interest in applying AI in finance workflows