Finance Manager -(Qualified CA's Only)
Lokal
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:
- Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closures including finalization of books, accruals, provisions, and reconciliations.
- Manage and review Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), vendor ageing, and payroll-related payments.
- Own statutory compliance including TDS, GST filings, taxes, and audits (statutory/tax/internal).
- Prepare and present monthly MIS, business performance reports, forecasts, and variance analyses to leadership.
- Oversee Revenue, bank and GL reconciliations; ensure accuracy in books and financial records.
- Manage audit coordination with external auditors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
- Drive budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes.
- Collaborate with leadership and department heads on cost control, resource planning, and reporting.
- Implement process improvements and automation initiatives for financial operations.
- Ensure timely processing and review of vendor bills, advance adjustments, and vendor reconciliations.
- 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.