Overview
Job Description – Lead finance as the Director for an established, high-growth edtech firm, managing controls, audits, MIS. Reporting to founders and CXOs, the role is responsible for driving financial discipline and readiness for IPO in a fast-paced, start-up-style.
Client Details
A rapidly growing edtech leader transforming learning through affordable, high-quality education across India. Known for innovation, strong online and offline presence, and a student-first, tech-driven approach.
Description
– Lead the end-to-end controllership function: Financial reporting, MIS, AR/AP, Statutory Compliance, Taxation
– Implement internal controls, audit-readiness practices, and scalable finance processes
– Act as the main POC for Big4 auditors
– Drive financial discipline: enforce accountability, build governance frameworks, and track performance metrics
– Directly interface with founders and CXOs-present financial insights, provide business updates, and build trust
– Collaborate with Group Finance to adopt and replicate best practices from other subsidiaries
– Stay audit- and IPO-ready: implement Ind-AS/IndGAAP norms, enable real-time MIS, and ensure seamless reporting
– Lead monthly review meetings and align with Group CFO and founders.
Profile
– Chartered Accountant with 10-15 years PQE
– Strong experience in controllership within consumer-focused or operations-heavy industries (e.g., retail, ecom, pharma, FMCG, logistics)
– Prior exposure to Big 4 audits or direct audit handling essential
– Demonstrated ability to build processes in unstructured/startup-like environments
– Fluent in Malayalam and strongly familiar with Kerala-based business environments
– High on ownership, bias for execution, able to work closely with founders and cross-functional teams
– Strong grounding in IndAS/Indian GAAP
– Preferably has relocation intent to Kerala (Calicut) or has roots in the region
Job Offer
– Work directly with some of India’s most successful entrepreneurs
– Shape the finance backbone of a fast growth organisation
– High visibility and growth into group leadership roles
– Opportunity to participate in ESOPs and help take the company towards listing
We encourage all candidates who believe they can fulfill these responsibilities to apply. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the Education sector.
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