AVP – Finance

Job Title: AVP – Finance

Location: Permanent Remote (Delhi NCR Preferred)
Experience: 8–10 Years
Qualification: CA / CMA / MBA (Finance)
Reporting To: CEO / CHRO
Compensation: Best in Class

15-18LPA-salary package 

Role Purpose

The AVP – Finance will act as a strategic business partner, driving financial governance, operational efficiency, and scalable growth across IT services and product development functions. This role requires a blend of strategic foresight and hands-on execution to ensure financial discipline and long-term profitability.

 Key Responsibilities

 Financial Strategy & Business Partnering

• Act as a strategic advisor to the CEO and leadership team.

• Drive Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and long-term financial planning.

• Partner with Delivery, Sales, HR, and Product teams to enhance margins.

• Support pricing strategy and investment decisions.

 Financial Planning, Budgeting & Control

• Own budgeting, forecasting, and monthly MIS reporting.

• Monitor revenue, EBITDA, and cash flow performance.

• Conduct project-wise and account-wise profitability analysis.

• Implement early-warning mechanisms for financial risks.

Revenue, Billing & Pricing Governance

• Oversee billing cycles, collections, and revenue recognition.

• Track utilization, bench cost, and pricing model effectiveness.

• Validate financial assumptions prior to deal closures.

 Accounting, Compliance & Statutory Governance

• Ensure compliance with Indian GAAP, GST, Income Tax, PF, ESIC, etc.

• Manage monthly/quarterly/year-end closures.

• Lead statutory audits and maintain strong internal controls.

 Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

• Drive DSO reduction and strengthen collection processes.

• Optimize working capital and ensure healthy cash runway.

Product & R&D Financial Oversight

• Monitor R&D investments and ROI tracking.

• Develop pricing models and GTM financial strategies.

• Support build vs. buy decisions and product scalability planning.

Team Leadership & Automation

• Lead Finance, Accounts, Payroll, and Compliance teams.

• Drive automation, dashboarding, and ERP improvements.

• Foster a data-driven financial culture.

ESOP Governance

• Manage ESOP structuring, implementation, and compliance.

• Coordinate with valuers, auditors, and board members.

• Present ESOP updates to Audit Committee and leadership.

Banking, Payroll & Regulatory Compliance

• Oversee RBI/FEMA-compliant remittances and reconciliations.

• Manage payroll and statutory deductions.

• Ensure compliance with POSH, Wages, and Bonus Acts.

Global Accounting & Taxation

• Manage accounting and taxation for US and Australia entities.

• Coordinate with global auditors and consultants.

 Key Stakeholders

• CEO & CHRO

• Delivery, Sales, Product & HR Heads

• Auditors, Bankers & Tax Consultants

 Qualifications & Experience

Must Have:

• CA / CMA / MBA (Finance) from a reputed institution

• 8–10 years of experience in IT / Software industry finance

• Experience handling ₹30–60 Cr turnover organizations

Good to Have:

• SaaS / Product company exposure

• M&A or Fundraising experience

• ERP & Finance automation expertise

 Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking with strong execution capability

• Deep understanding of IT services delivery economics

• High integrity and ownership mindset

• Strong analytical and business partnering skills

Success Metrics

• EBITDA & margin enhancement

• Forecast accuracy & budget adherence

• Cash flow predictability

• Audit & compliance excellence

• Clear project-level profitability visibility