Finance Specialist

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Finance Specialist based in India. This is an opportunity to support finance operations across both US and India entities within a growing SaaS environment. The role combines accounting, financial close, payroll, reporting, compliance, and consolidated financial activities. You will maintain accurate financial records while supporting month-end and year-end close processes. The position offers exposure to US GAAP as well as Indian accounting and statutory requirements. You will collaborate with finance colleagues, managers, auditors, tax advisors, and US-based stakeholders across time zones. The role also provides opportunities to improve processes, strengthen controls, and contribute to efficient finance operations. This is a remote position suited to a detail-oriented finance professional who values ownership, accuracy, and continuous learning.

Maintain accurate books of accounts for the US entity in accordance with US GAAP, including transaction recording, ledger maintenance, and supporting documentation. Support month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, foreign exchange adjustments, and bank, credit-card, and balance-sheet reconciliations. Assist with consolidated financial reporting for US and India entities, including intercompany reconciliations and supporting schedules. Manage accounts payable activities, including invoice validation, approval routing, vendor coordination, and payments. Support US payroll and Employer of Record processing while maintaining working knowledge of India payroll requirements. Review and process employee expense reimbursements in accordance with established policies. Assist with audit and tax preparation by developing schedules, gathering documentation, and coordinating with external auditors and tax advisors. Apply knowledge of Indian statutory requirements, including GST, TDS, PF, PT, ROC, and FEMA, to support local finance activities. Maintain finance transactions and records using systems such as NetSuite, Ramp, Rippling, and Carta. Maintain process documentation, close checklists, and shared trackers to support consistent finance operations across entities. Identify and implement process improvements while adhering to internal controls and established accounting procedures. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; CA, CA Inter, or an MBA in Finance is preferred. 5+ years of accounting and finance experience, including at least 1 year of hands-on US accounting experience. Working knowledge of US GAAP, particularly for financial close, reconciliations, and reporting. Working knowledge of Indian accounting practices and statutory compliance, including GST, TDS, PF, PT, and ROC. Experience with NetSuite or comparable ERP platforms such as QuickBooks or Xero. Familiarity with expense-management platforms such as Ramp and payroll systems such as Rippling; exposure to Carta is an advantage. Advanced Excel skills and strong ability to work with financial data and reporting. Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and financial controls. Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple responsibilities, and take ownership of assigned activities. Strong written and verbal communication skills, particularly when working with US-based stakeholders. Comfortable collaborating across teams, functions, and international time zones. Demonstrated willingness to learn, improve processes, and adapt to evolving business requirements. Benefits Competitive compensation and benefits. Flexible remote working environment. Exposure to both US and India finance operations within a high-growth SaaS environment. Collaborative workplace with opportunities for professional development and career growth. Standard working schedule of 10:00 PM–7:00 AM IST . Opportunity to work closely with international finance stakeholders and gain broader cross-border accounting experience.

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