We represent a globally recognized financial services company. With a strong focus on online trading and investment solutions, our organization has built a solid reputation in the industry.
We specialize in providing a wide range of trading instruments to our diverse clientele, including foreign exchange (Forex) currency pairs, commodities, indices, cryptocurrencies, and more. Our advanced trading platforms empower traders worldwide to access the global financial markets and execute their trading strategies effectively.
Position Purpose
This position will hold primary responsibility for the financial control, statutory reporting, regulatory finance, and financial operations of APAC entities. This position is both strategic and hands-on, requiring the incumbent to build processes from inception while ensuring ongoing operational excellence. The role serves as the senior finance representative for the country.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Control & Reporting
- Lead end-to-end financial accounting, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial results.
- Oversee the monthly close process and prepare management accounts and variance analyses for Group Finance.
- Maintain a robust control environment aligned with Group policies and internal audit standards.
Statutory, Tax & Audit Responsibilities
- Manage statutory audits, corporate tax filings, GST, transfer pricing, and Companies Act compliance in partnership with external advisors.
- Oversee payroll-related statutory requirements including TDS, PF, gratuity, and labour law compliance.
Financial Operations & Process Excellence
- Establish scalable processes for accounts payable, accounts receivable, treasury operations, banking, and reconciliations.
- Support settlements and operational finance processes in coordination with global teams.
- Lead implementation of financial systems and reporting tools within India.
Commercial & Business Partnering
- Provide financial insights, analysis, and decision support to the leadership team.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and business case preparation.
- Contribute to cost optimisation, vendor evaluation, and strategic initiatives.
Team & Stakeholder Leadership
- Initially operate as an individual contributor with the opportunity to build and lead a regional finance team as operations scale.
- Foster strong working relationships with Group Finance, Legal, Compliance, and external partners.
Requirements
- Chartered Accountant with minimum 8 years of relevant post-qualification experience.
- Strong technical expertise in financial control and statutory reporting.
- Experience within regulated financial services, fintech, capital markets, or brokerage sectors is strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to establish processes, controls, and systems in a growth or build-out environment.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Proven track record of working independently and operating effectively in ambiguous or fast-paced settings.
- Experience engaging with auditors, regulators, and senior leadership.
