Head of Finance | Scrabble & Jigsaw
full-time
Posted on June 15, 2026
Job Description
Finance Manager
Company Overview
Not specified
Job Summary
We are looking for a detail-oriented and business-focused Finance Manager to lead core finance operations across accounting, financial planning & analysis (FP&A), compliance, and reporting. The ideal candidate should have prior experience working with high-growth e-commerce or consumer internet companies and possess strong knowledge of Indian accounting standards, taxation, and regulatory compliance. This role requires someone who can operate hands-on while also partnering with business teams to drive financial discipline, process efficiency, and strategic decision-making.
Responsibilities
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Accounting & Financial Operations
- Manage end-to-end accounting operations including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), General Ledger (GL), and bank reconciliations.
- Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closures.
- Maintain books of accounts in compliance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) and applicable statutory requirements.
- Oversee revenue recognition, expense accounting, accruals, provisions, and inter-company accounting.
- Drive automation and process improvements in finance operations and Management Information System (MIS) reporting.
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Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
- Prepare annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and monthly financial plans.
- Analyze business performance, unit economics, margins, customer acquisition cost (CAC), burn, and operational KPIs relevant to consumer internet/e-commerce businesses.
- Build financial models to support strategic initiatives, growth planning, and management decision-making.
- Prepare monthly MIS reports and variance analysis for leadership reviews.
- Partner with business teams on profitability analysis, pricing decisions, and cost optimization initiatives.
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Compliance & Taxation
- Ensure timely compliance with Goods and Services Tax (GST), Tax Deducted at Source (TDS), Provident Fund (PF), Employee State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), Professional Tax, and other statutory filings.
- Coordinate with auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory authorities for audits and assessments.
- Manage direct and indirect tax compliance including reconciliations and return filings.
- Ensure adherence to Companies Act requirements and financial governance standards.
- Maintain robust internal controls and compliance documentation.
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Audit & Reporting
- Support statutory audits, internal audits, and due diligence exercises.
- Prepare financial statements, schedules, and audit-ready documentation.
- Ensure timely and accurate reporting to management, investors, and stakeholders.
- Assist in board reporting and investor MIS preparation.
Qualifications
- CA / MBA Finance or equivalent finance qualification.
- 5-7 years of relevant experience in finance and accounting roles.
- Prior experience in e-commerce, Direct-to-Consumer (D2C), marketplace, Software as a Service (SaaS), financial technology (fintech), or consumer internet startups preferred.
- Strong understanding of Indian accounting standards, GST, TDS, payroll compliance, and statutory reporting.
- Hands-on experience in financial modeling, MIS reporting, and budgeting.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel.
Preferred Skills
- Not specified.
Experience
- 5-7 years of relevant experience in finance and accounting roles is required.
Environment
- Work from Office (WFO), Full Time, located in Bengaluru, India.
Salary
- Not specified.
Growth Opportunities
- Not specified.
Benefits
- Not specified.
