VP Finance

• Job Title: Vice President - FinanceLocation: HSR Layout, BangaloreRole Type: Full-timeYears of experience: 10+ yearsAbout AppsForBharat (Sri Mandir App)AppsForBharat, a series B funded faith-tech startup, is backed by Indias best venture capital investors including Fundamentum, Susquehanna Asia VC, Peak XV partners (prev. Sequoia Capital), Elevation Capital, & BEENEXT. Our highly ambitious and audacious team comprises alumni from prestigious institutions like IITs & IIMs, with extensive experience in scaling high-growth startups. We're dedicated to developing mobile and web apps catering to the devotional and spiritual needs of 100s of millions of users across the globe.Our flagship product, Sri Mandir, launched in November 2020, is the worlds largest app for Hindu devotees. It serves as a digital sanctuary for millions of devotees worldwide. Our mission is to enrich individuals" spiritual lives through innovative technology, offering seamless access to sacred pilgrims & rituals, divine teachings, and a vibrant community. The overwhelming user love motivates us as we aim to serve 100s of millions more in the coming years.The devotion market is a $44B opportunity in India (growing at 10% CAGR), which is primarily offline and unorganised. Of the $44B, the temples drive GMV of ~$27B in temple offerings, services, and commerce. There are 2M+ temples in India - about 10k of these temples have a strong historical and cultural significance. Tourism to these religious places is a $10B opportunity. The Sri Mandir app is the worlds largest app for Hindu devotees and growing 20-25% month-on-month.Learn more about AppsForBharat: Business World Article, Indian Silicon Valley Podcast, YourStory Article Try the Sri Mandir app: Android / iOSAbout The RoleThe VP Finance will play a critical leadership role in driving financial strategy, ensuring robust operational execution, and fostering collaboration across teams. This individual will oversee all aspects of the finance function, including accounting, compliance, business finance, fundraising, and strategic planning, while ensuring financial integrity and delivering insights to accelerate business growth.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Operations and Control Lead the financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Manage monthly and annual financial closing processes with stringent timelines. Oversee financial reporting, including MIS and statutory financial statements, to provide clear and actionable insights to stakeholders and investors. Maintain financial health by establishing and monitoring robust internal controls.Compliance and Governance Oversee legal, regulatory, and risk management processes to ensure adherence to compliance requirements. Handle day-to-day taxation, audit, and banking operations while developing and implementing policies to maintain governance standards.Strategic Finance and Business Partnering Analyze key business drivers such as revenue, margins, growth trends, and operational efficiency. Provide recommendations to senior management on business opportunities, backed by financial modeling and scenario analysis. Partner with business teams to drive commercial decision-making, risk management, and process improvement initiatives. Support the founders in fundraising and investor relations by preparing financial models, presentations, and strategic insights.Requirements Qualifications: Chartered Accountant (CA) Industry Experience: Proven track record in high-growth environments, preferably in e-commerce, consumer products, or retail industries. Skills: Strong expertise in financial control, reporting, and strategic planning. Exceptional analytical abilities to interpret complex data and derive actionable insights. Outstanding business acumen with the ability to challenge and support business leaders. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment, manage multiple tasks, and meet tight deadlines. Leadership Attributes: Sound judgment, accountability, integrity, and resilience in handling challenging situations.,

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Working capital management, Financial accounting, Amortization,IndAS, Balance sheet substantiation, Direct , indirect tax regulations

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