Senior Lead Finance & Accounts

NPCI; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Home loan assistance

Mobile reimbursement

Subsidized meals

Reward program

Job summary

National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) invites applications for a Senior Lead Finance & Accounts in Mumbai. The role demands Chartered Accountant with 10-12 years of experience, deep knowledge of IND-AS, GST, and audit management.

You will lead accounting, compliance, and reporting for the company and group entities. The position emphasizes internal controls, policy adherence, and collaboration with senior management to drive financial excellence within a Not-for-Profit corporate

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant with 10-12 years of experience.
• Experience with Companies Act, Direct Tax, GST, IND AS appreciated.
• Big 4 exposure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting for the company and group, including bank reconciliations, provisions, accruals, and ledger scrutiny.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly/yearly financial results under IND-AS.
• Ensure GST, TDS, Professional Tax compliance and internal controls; oversee audits (Internal, Statutory, RBI, GST, CAG).
• Develop MIS/Decision Support, budgets, and forecasting.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team leadership

Go-getter

Education

Chartered Accountant

Job description

National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) | Full Time

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) is a pivotal institution in India's digital payments ecosystem, established by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Indian Banks’ Association (IBA). It operates under the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007, and is incorporated as a “Not for Profit” company under Section 25 of the Companies Act 1956 (now Section 8 of the Companies Act 2013). NPCI is dedicated to building world-class digital payment infrastructure through innovative and efficient retail payment platforms. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, NPCI is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture, with zero tolerance for discrimination based on race, ethnicity, disability, gender identity, or sexual orientation, including support for the LGBTQ+ community.

To learn more about our company please click on link AboutNPCI

Our Culture

TheNPCIWAY –OurGuidingPrinciples

At NPCI, we foster a culture of Inclusion, Innovation, and a High- Performance Workplace .

The NPCIWAY isnotjustaframework - it’sasharedcommitmentbyevery individual to align with our evolving business needs, dynamic market conditions, and workforce expectations.

FiveTenetsoftheNPCIWAY

• ForwardThinkingMind-Set
• CustomerFirst
• LeadWith Purpose
• PassiontoDeliver
• AllSucceedTogether

Employee Perks and Benefits

Insurance&Wellness:

• ComprehensiveCoverage :Medical,accidental,andlifeinsurance.
• Employee Assistance Program : Onsite medical center, financial/legal counselling, mental wellness.
• AnnualWellnessBouquet :Holisticwellbeingsupport

Family &Childcare:

• ParentalLeave :Inclusivematernityandpaternityleave.
  
• Nanny at home Support: Assistance for Working Parents
  

Mobility&Lifestyle:

• MobilityBenefits :Relocation,transfers,andtravelsupport.
  
• HomeLoanInterestSupport :Upto50%reimbursement*
  
• MobileReimbursement :Newhandsetevery2years.
  
• CarLease,SalaryAdvance,SubsidizedMeals.
• Reward&RecognitionProgram.
• TechnologyInnovation: PatentsandIPRightspolicy.

RetirementPlanning:

• ProvidentFund(PF) and Gratuity Contributions .

Why Join Us

At NPCI, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organization shaping the future of digital payments in India and beyond. NPCI offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that directly impact millions. We foster a culture of innovation, inclusion, and high performance, where every individual is empowered to lead with purpose and deliver with passion. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, continuous learning, and collaborative success, NPCI is more than just a workplace - it’s a platform to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful difference.

Job Description

Position: Senior Lead Finance & Accounts

Key Deliverables

• To Manage the financial accounts of the company and group companies, this involves the day-to-day accounting function and ensure closing of books in time bound manner on periodic basis including periodic bank reconciliation, provisions/accruals, ledger scrutiny etc.
• Preparation of monthly/quarterly as well as yearly financial results in accordance with IND-AS
• Ensuring compliance with respect to related party transactions
• Compiling /designing MIS/Decision Support system, Budgets & Forecasting
• To ensure statutory compliance with respect to GST, TDS, Prof tax, etc
• Responsible for adherence to financial & accounting policies and operating procedures framed by the company.
• To handle various audits like Internal, Statutory, RBI, GST, CAG audits and so on
• Designing and strengthening the Internal Financial controls and SOP’s of Finance & Accounts function
• Undertake such other duties and tasks as may lie within the scope of this post to ensure the effective delivery and development of the service.

Candidate must be

• Chartered Accountant with 10-12 years of experience
• Should be well versed with Companies Act, Direct Tax, GST, Accounting Standards & INDAS
• Candidate with experience in Big 4 will be preferred

Personal Attributes

• Excellent communication skills
• Proven ability in motivating, managing and leading teams.
• Ability to build strong relations internally and externally.
• Go-getter and self-driven with a proven ability to establish and manage relationships at high levels................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................................................................. ............................... ........................................... ................................................................. ............... ........ ............... ........... .................