Manager – Finance & Accounts

Overview SwitchKart Technologies Pvt. Ltd. is a fast-growing recommerce company specializing in purchasing and reselling pre-owned mobile phones. We are committed to offering customers convenient, reliable, and value-driven solutions for upgrading and recycling their devicesFunction Ownership • Own the accounts and finance function end-to-end, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance across all accounting activities. • Lead and manage a team of accounts executives — assign work, review output, and ensure quality across the team. • Own the monthly/quarterly/annual closing calendar and drive the team to meet deadlines. Financial Reporting & Planning • Prepare and present financial reports (Balance Sheet, P&L, Cash Flow) to founders/leadership. • Own budget preparation, financial forecasting, and variance analysis.• Support cash flow and working capital planning as SwitchKart scalesTaxation, Compliance & Audit • Own GST, TDS, and statutory filing compliance end-to-end. • Lead coordination with statutory and internal auditors; own audit closure. • Ensure full regulatory and accounting standards compliance across the function. Accounts Payable & Receivable — Oversight • Approve vendor payments and oversee AP/AR processes managed by the team.• Oversee receivables aging and escalate high-risk outstanding balances. Inventory & Recommerce-Specific Accounting• Own inventory valuation and COGS reconciliation across procurement, refurbishment, and channel partner stores.• Ensure accurate reconciliation of marketplace and payment gateway settlements. Team Management & Mentorship• Mentor and upskill junior accounting staff.• Set and monitor performance expectations for the accounts team.• Build and document SOPs for accounting processes across the team. Stakeholder & Investor Reporting • Support founders with financial data and reporting needed for investor updates. • Liaise with banks and financial institutions as neededProcess Improvement • Drive automation and digitalization of accounting processes.• Continuously improve accounting SOPs and controls as the company scales.Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CA/CMA/CPA inter or equivalent is a plus)• 4–6 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, including team management experience. • Strong background in general ledger, AP/AR, financial reporting, and statutory compliance. • In-depth knowledge of ZOHO Books; working knowledge of Tally, SAP, or QuickBooks. • Strong MS Excel skills, including financial modeling basicsPreferred Skills • Prior experience managing or mentoring a team. • Experience in a startup or fast-scaling business environment.• Exposure to investor reporting or fundraising support. • Familiarity with ERP systems and accounting automation tools