Manager Finance at Sarvam AI

Bengaluru, karnataka, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Reporting, Accounting Operations, Compliance, Internal Controls, Process Automation, Technical Accounting, Excel, Financial Systems, Ind AS, Audit Management, Statutory Compliance, Financial Analysis, Forecasting, ESOP Accounting, Cap Table Management, Stakeholder Management

Industry

Software Development

Description

About Sarvam.AI Sarvam.ai is building foundational AI infrastructure for India, focusing on large language models and AI systems designed for Indian languages and enterprise applications. The company is backed by leading global investors and is building cutting-edge AI technology to power the next generation of applications. Role Overview We are looking for a highly analytical and detail-oriented Financial Controller to strengthen our finance and controllership function. The role will be responsible for financial reporting, accounting operations, compliance, internal controls, and financial process automation. The ideal candidate should have strong technical accounting knowledge, exceptional Excel skills, and the ability to build scalable financial systems in a fast-growing startup environment. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Accounting • Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes • Prepare financial statements in accordance with Ind AS • Ensure accuracy and completeness of accounting records • Maintain chart of accounts and accounting policies Controllership & Compliance • Oversee statutory compliance including Companies Act, GST, TDS, and other regulatory filings • Manage statutory audit, tax audit, and internal audits • Work closely with external auditors and advisors • Ensure strong internal financial controls Financial Operations • Manage AP, AR, payroll accounting, and expense management • Oversee vendor payments and reconciliations • Ensure timely closure of books and reconciliations Financial Analysis & Management Reporting • Build management reports, variance analysis, and financial dashboards • Support budgeting and forecasting processes • Prepare financial insights for leadership decision-making Systems & Process Improvement • Build and automate financial processes and reporting • Implement and improve finance systems, workflows, and controls • Drive process improvements to support scale Strategic Finance Support • Support fundraising, due diligence, and investor reporting • Assist with ESOP accounting and cap table management • Work on international entity accounting and consolidation Required Qualifications • CA (Chartered Accountant) qualification required • 3-4 years of experience in finance / controllership roles • Experience in startup, technology company, or Big 4 advisory preferred • Strong understanding of Ind AS and financial reporting • Experience managing audits and regulatory compliance Skills Required • Excellent Excel and financial modelling skills • Strong accounting and analytical ability • Ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability • Good communication and stakeholder management skills Preferred Experience • Experience with venture-backed startups • Exposure to international structures (Singapore/US entities) • Experience handling ESOP accounting and cap table management • Familiarity with financial systems and automation tools

Responsibilities

The role is responsible for managing the entire finance and controllership function, including financial reporting, accounting operations, compliance oversight, and driving financial process automation for a fast-growing AI startup.