Director of Accounting

About Us

We’re a fast-growing finance and accounting advisory firm serving US-based startups and scaling businesses. Our mission is to bring enterprise-grade financial support to businesses that need it most, delivering clarity, compliance, and strategic insight through every stage of growth.

Role Overview

We’re looking for a Director of Accounting to lead client relationships and oversee monthly close and financial reporting processes. You’ll serve as the accounting lead for multiple clients, with responsibility for the accuracy and timeliness of deliverables, as well as for building strong, trusted partnerships. The ideal candidate is technically strong, client-focused, and thrives in a self-directed environment.

This role is designed for growth. Over time, you'll take on oversight of our outsourced accounting and due diligence engagements, helping us scale our impact and develop a high-performing team.

This is a full-time contractor role (based in India), and the expected pay range is ₹80,000 to ₹100,000 per month

Key Responsibilities
• Client Relationship Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of clients, ensuring clear communication, timely delivery, and strong long-term partnerships.
• Monthly Close Oversight: Own the full month-end close cycle, from journal entries to reconciliations and final financial review.
• Financial Statement Delivery: Review and deliver high-quality monthly financial statements that align with US GAAP and client expectations.
• Special Projects & Due Diligence: Lead ad hoc projects such as financial due diligence, technical accounting support, audit prep, and accounting system transitions.
• Team Leadership & Quality Control: Mentor and guide junior staff, uphold accuracy in all deliverables, and continuously improve processes and internal controls.
• Self-Driven Execution: Operate independently, owning outcomes for your clients. We believe in empowering our team to take initiative, make informed decisions, and manage their work and teams with confidence.

Requirements

Only apply if you meet all of the following:
• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification
• Minimum 6 years of experience at a Big Four accounting firm (EY, PwC, Deloitte, or KPMG)
• Hands-on experience working with US-based clients
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and month-end close
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple clients and meet tight deadlines independently

Nice-to-Haves
• Experience with QuickBooks, NetSuite, or Xero
• Background in startups or consulting firms
• Familiarity with ASC 606, ASC 842, and other technical US GAAP standards

Our Values

We are:
• Client-Obsessed: We go beyond the numbers to deliver insights and real impact.
• Accountable: We take ownership of our work and lead with integrity.
• Curious: We ask questions, challenge assumptions, and seek better ways to do things.
• Empowered: We trust our team to make decisions and run with responsibility.
• Collaborative: We win as a team—whether it’s with our clients or colleagues.

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a short note about why you're the right fit for this role.