Manager Finance - Chartered Accountant Compliance, MIS, FP&A & IPO

Role Objective To manage and strengthen the Companys financial compliance, management reporting (MIS), financial planning & analysis (FP&A), and to play a key role in IPO preparedness, ensuring robust financial controls, transparency, and investor-grade reporting in line with regulatory and listing requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Financial & Statutory Compliance

Ensure compliance with

Companies Act, 2013 (financial sections)

Income Tax Act, TDS, advance tax, assessments

GST laws returns, reconciliations, audits

Irish and US Laws

Coordinate statutory audits, tax audits, and internal audits

Prepare and review

Financial statements (Standalone & Consolidated) under Ind AS and US GAAP

Notes to accounts and schedules

Support closure of audit observations and regulatory matters

MIS & Management Reporting

Design, prepare, and enhance monthly MIS packs including:

P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow

Variance analysis (Actual vs Budget vs Forecast)

Provide insights on:

Revenue trends, cost drivers, margins

Working capital, cash flow, and liquidity

Develop dashboards for senior management and Board reporting

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Lead budgeting and forecasting processes:

Perform scenario analysis, sensitivity analysis, and business modelling

Partner with business teams to:

Evaluate new initiatives, capex, pricing, and cost optimisation

Track KPIs and drive accountability across functions

IPO Readiness & Listing Support

Support IPO readiness initiatives, including:

Strengthening financial controls and documentation

Historical financial data preparation and restatement (if required)

Coordinate with:

Merchant Bankers

Auditors (Statutory, Peer Review, Limited Review)

Legal advisors and consultants

Assist in preparation and review of:

DRHP / RHP financial sections

Capitalisation statements, restated financials

Support financial due diligence and regulator/investor queries

Internal Controls, Processes & Risk Management

Strengthen internal financial controls (IFC) framework

Support implementation of SOPs and documentation

Identify process gaps and recommend control improvements

Ensure readiness for

Internal audit

SOX-like controls (listing aligned)

Business & Strategic Support

Provide financial analysis for

M&A, fund raising, strategic partnerships

Cost restructuring and margin improvement

Support Board and Audit Committee presentations

Act as finance business partner to leadership team

Qualifications & Experience

Mandatory

Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA)

2+ years of relevant experience in:

Financial reporting, MIS, FP&A

Compliance and audit coordination

Preferred

Experience in:

IPO / Pre-IPO companies

Listed company environment

Big 4 / reputed consulting or audit firms

Industry exposure in Pharma / Manufacturing / Consumer / Tech preferred

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong understanding of:

Ind AS and US GAAP

Financial controls and reporting

Advanced Excel / financial modelling skills

(ERP exposure SAP)

Analytical mindset with business orientation

Ability to work under tight timelines and high-pressure IPO environment

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills .