About the role
This role will be the single point of ownership for finance and accounts at EquityList, working closely with founders, operations, and sales. The role requires hands-on execution as well as the ability to set up processes, controls, and dashboards from scratch.
The core responsibilities for the job include the following:
Accounting and Bookkeeping:
- Maintain complete and accurate books of accounts on a regular basis.
- Record all transactions, including revenue, expenses, accruals, provisions, and adjustments.
- Ensure monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing with proper documentation.
GST Compliance:
- Compute GST liability and ensure timely GST payments. Identify transactions applicable under the Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM).
- Compute GST payable under RCM and ensure timely payment.
- Prepare and file GST returns (GSTR-1 GSTR-3B, annual returns, and reconciliations).
- Perform GST reconciliations between books and the GST portal.
- Coordinate with consultants for GST notices and assessments.
TDS and Payroll Tax Management:
- Compute and deposit TDS (salary and non-salary) on time.
- Prepare and file TDS returns and manage Form 16 / 16A issuance.
- Handle payroll tax components, including PF.
Vendor and Payment Management:
- Manage vendor onboarding, documentation, and compliance checks.
- Review and process vendor invoices.
- Track vendor payments and resolve discrepancies.
- Act as the primary finance point of contact for vendors and consultants.
Invoicing and Revenue Operations:
- Generate customer invoices and ensure accuracy in pricing, taxes, and terms.
- Track collections, follow up on receivables, and manage aging reports.
- Maintain proper revenue recognition in coordination with accounting standards.
Budgeting, Reporting, and Dashboards:
- Prepare annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
- Build and maintain dashboards for: Cash flow tracking Revenue vs. expenses, Runway and burn analysis, Vendor spend analysis, Unit economics, Tax liability tracker (GST, TDS, RCM, and payroll taxes), Share periodic financial MIS with the founder and leadership.
Reconciliations:
- Perform regular bank, GST, TDS, and ledger reconciliations.
- Identify mismatches and resolve discrepancies proactively.
- Ensure clean books for audits and investor reviews.
Audit and Compliance Coordination:
- Coordinate statutory audits, tax audits, and internal reviews.
- Act as the primary liaison with auditors, consultants, and regulatory authorities.
- Maintain documentation required for audits, due diligence, and investor queries.
Process Setup and Controls:
- Set up finance processes and internal controls suitable for a growing startup.
- Identify gaps, risks, and improvement areas in finance operations.
- Drive automation and efficiency in finance workflows.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Finance, or Accounting; CA/CMA/MBA (Finance) is preferred.