Job Title: Finance Manager

Company Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lokal-app/

Location: Bangalore

Mode: 5 Days Work from Office

Experience Required: 4-7 years

About Lokal:

Access & Empowerment for Bharat through AI and Local Language Internet

Lokal is India’s largest regional content and services platform, built for the 500 million+ internet users from tier 2+ towns.

Founded by IIT alumni, Lokal started in 2018 to address the lack of relevant local content and now goes beyond content to solve real, everyday problems of Bharat. Growing as a house of apps, Lokal is evolving into an AI-driven discovery and access platform—connecting users in tier 2+ India with the experts, tools, and knowledge they’ve historically lacked access to:

• Lokal Matrimony – Location-based matchmaking apps focused on hyperlocal compatibility.
• Lokal Jobs – Hyperlocal job discovery platform connecting blue- and grey-collar workers with nearby opportunities.
• GyanTV – Skill-based learning in regional languages (stocks, photography, small business & more).
• Dostt – Make new friends through voice chats, games, and real, authentic conversations.
• Eaze – A safe space to explore emotional well-being via community-driven support.
• AstroLokal – Instant access to trusted astrologers through audio and chat.

And more – 10+ new apps in testing & exploration across agricultural advisory, legal advisory, financial guidance, and AI-powered personal assistants.

About the Role:

We are seeking a hands-on Finance Manager to join our finance team and drive/oversee end-to-end accounting including Revenue & Receivables, Vendor Payables, Reconciliations, Payroll processing, Statutory compliances, Monthly book closures, Audit co-ordination, Financial Due diligences, MIS and Annual Budgeting, and Treasury management,

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closures including finalization of books, accruals, provisions, and reconciliations.
2. Manage and review Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), vendor ageing, and payroll-related payments.
3. Own statutory compliance including TDS, GST filings, taxes, and audits (statutory/tax/internal).
4. Prepare and present monthly MIS, business performance reports, forecasts, and variance analyses to leadership.
5. Oversee Revenue, bank and GL reconciliations; ensure accuracy in books and financial records.
6. Manage audit coordination with external auditors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
7. Drive budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes.
8. Collaborate with leadership and department heads on cost control, resource planning, and reporting.
9. Implement process improvements and automation initiatives for financial operations.
10. Ensure timely processing and review of vendor bills, advance adjustments, and vendor reconciliations.
11. Supervise a small team of finance executives and guide their professional development.

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with 4+ years of post-qualification experience.
• Proven track record in audits, MIS, accounts closure, and statutory compliance.
• Strong proficiency in financial reporting, Excel, and ERP tools (Tally/SAP/Zoho/QuickBooks).
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-growth environment with hands-on responsibilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail, communication, and analytical skills.
• Prior experience in a startup, tech, or digital services company is preferred.