Finance, Accounts & Operations

Weekday AI; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Weekday in Bengaluru is seeking a Finance, Accounts & Operations professional to drive financial stewardship and operational excellence across all business functions. You will oversee day-to-day accounting, manage cash flow, and provide insights for strategic growth while coordinating audits and ensuring regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, implement process improvements, and support investment decisions with strong financial modeling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's level finance or accounting degree required or equivalent.
• Professional certifications CMA/CPA/CA preferred but not mandatory.
• Minimum 2+ years of hands-on finance/accounting experience in retail or manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements per policy and standards.
• Manage payables, receivables, payroll, taxes, and statutory compliance.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting, with variance analysis and leadership recommendations.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and address findings.
• Monitor cash flow and working capital; advise on liquidity management.
• Drive process improvements to reduce errors and increase efficiency.
• Support investments and capex decisions with financial modeling.
• Oversee month-end close and reconciliations to meet deadlines.
• Provide financial insights to business units to support decisions.
• Develop and maintain robust financial reporting for leadership.

Skills

Analytical skills

Finance knowledge

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Finance/Accounting degree

CMA/CPA/CA certification preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Excel

Job description

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗱𝗮𝘆'𝘀 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀

𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲: 𝗥𝘀 𝟮𝟰𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬 - 𝗥𝘀 𝟰𝟮𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬 (𝗶𝗲 𝗜𝗡𝗥 𝟮.𝟰-𝟰.𝟮 𝗟𝗣𝗔)

Experience: 2+ yrs

Location: Bangalore

As a Finance, Accounts & Operations professional, you will drive financial stewardship and operational excellence across all business functions, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and efficiency. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to produce timely financial reports, analyze performance metrics, and implement process improvements that support strategic growth. Your role will involve overseeing day‑to‑day accounting operations, managing cash flow, and providing financial insights that influence decision making at the senior management level. You will also coordinate audit activities and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, ensuring the organization upholds the highest standards of financial integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with corporate policies and standards.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring accurate invoice coding, timely payments, and collections.
• Oversee payroll administration, tax filings, and statutory compliance to meet all regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain budgeting and forecasting models, providing variance analysis and recommendations to leadership.
• Coordinate internal and external audit activities, addressing findings and implementing corrective actions.
• Monitor cash flow and working capital, advising on liquidity management and funding strategies.
• Implement process improvements to streamline accounting workflows and reduce manual errors.
• Support investment and capital expenditure decisions through financial modeling and ROI analysis.
• Lead month‑end closing activities, reconciling accounts and ensuring adherence to deadlines.
• Provide financial insights and reports to business units to inform strategic initiatives and operational decisions.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Strong academic background in Finance, Accounting, or related field, with a professional certification such as CMA, CPA, or CA preferred.
• Minimum 2+ years of hands‑on experience in finance and accounting roles within a dynamic retail or manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to manage end‑to‑end accounting functions with a focus on accuracy and compliance.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a track record of translating data into actionable business insights.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of presenting complex financial information to non‑financial stakeholders.
• Proven experience in process improvement initiatives, driving efficiency and cost‑effectiveness.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams and influence decision‑making at senior levels.
• Adaptable mindset with a proactive approach, thriving in a fast‑paced and evolving organizational setting.
• Detail‑oriented, organized, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of financial integrity.