Vice President / Head of Finance & Accounting (India)

Overview

This role is for an experienced, strategic Vice President / Head of Finance & Accounting to lead the India-based Finance & Accounting team and support U.S. operations. Reporting directly to the CEO, the position oversees accounting operations, financial reporting, cash flow management, inventory finance, financial planning, and business performance analysis.

The employer operates as a major online retailer of musical instruments, pro audio equipment, and accessories in the United States, selling across Amazon, Walmart, eBay, Shopify, and a growing B2B business.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Finance & Accounting function.
• Manage and develop the India-based Finance & Accounting team.
• Oversee accounting operations, including:
  • Financial reporting
  • Month-end close and year-end close
  • Reconciliations
  • Journal entries
  • Financial controls
• Ensure accurate financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Prepare and deliver timely monthly financial statements and executive-level reporting.
• Develop annual budgets, forecasts, long-range financial plans, and financial models.
• Build and maintain a reliable 13-week rolling cash flow forecast.
• Manage cash flow planning, working capital, vendor payment planning, banking relationships, and credit facility support.
• Analyze inventory investment, inventory valuation, aging inventory, excess inventory, and working capital impact.
• Support inventory forecasting, purchasing decisions, and cash availability planning.
• Analyze financial performance across:
  • Gross margin and SKU profitability
  • Brand profitability
  • Sales channel profitability
  • Marketplace fees
  • Fulfillment costs
  • Advertising ROI
• Forecast Amazon settlements and marketplace cash flow timing.
• Develop executive dashboards, KPIs, and financial performance reporting.
• Partner with Operations, Procurement, Marketing, Customer Service, Technology, and Executive Leadership to improve profitability, controls, and overall business performance.
• Coordinate with external accounting partners, auditors, tax advisors, and other financial service providers as needed.
• Continuously improve finance processes, systems, reporting accuracy, documentation, and internal controls.
• Translate financial data into clear business recommendations for the CEO and leadership team.

Requirements

• Chartered Accountant, CPA, or equivalent finance/accounting qualification preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience.
• 5+ years of experience managing finance or accounting teams.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, month-end close, and financial controls.
• Experience supporting U.S.-based companies or working closely with U.S. leadership teams.
• Strong understanding of cash flow forecasting, working capital management, budgeting, and financial planning.
• Experience with inventory accounting, inventory valuation, gross margin analysis, and profitability reporting.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Experience with accounting systems, ERP platforms, and financial reporting tools.
• Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal) to interact with U.S. leadership and internal teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, leadership, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work hours that overlap with the U.S. Central Time Zone.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ecommerce, online retail, marketplace, distribution, or supply chain finance experience.
• Amazon marketplace finance experience, including settlements, fees, advertising spend, fulfillment costs, and profitability reporting.
• Experience working with remote, global, or distributed teams.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: Best in Industry (not a constraint for the right candidate).
• Remote work flexibility with a stable, long-term opportunity.
• Senior leadership role with direct access to the CEO and executive team.
• Opportunity to build and lead a finance organization for a growing U.S. ecommerce company.
• High-impact role affecting cash flow, profitability, inventory decisions, and company growth.
• Supportive, team-oriented environment recognizing strong performance and ownership.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a fast-growing ecommerce company.

Location & Schedule

• Location: Remote — India.
• Work schedule: Monday–Friday with required overlap with U.S. Central Time Zone.
• Full-time.
• India time zone: 2PM–11PM IST or 3PM–12PM IST (based on business requirement).
• Must overlap with U.S. business hours as required.

Pre-Notification for Candidates

While documents are not required before the interview stage, candidates offered a role should be informed of the following:

Background Check Process

If an offer letter is provided and signed, the background check process begins immediately. Candidates will be required to provide the following original/scanned documents:

• PAN Card
• Aadhaar Card
• Address Proof (if the address on the Aadhaar Card is different)
• Joining Letter from the last company
• Relieving Letter or Resignation Confirmation Email
• Last 3 Salary Slips or 6 Months' Bank Statement showing salary credits
• Digital Photo

Alternative documents (if any of the above are unavailable):

• Driving License
• Passport
• Last 3 Years' Income Tax Returns / Form 16 / Form 26AS

Background Verification

Background verification may include:

• Address verification
• Education verification
• Employment history verification
• ID verification
• Criminal record check

Mandatory Software Usage

• Tracking software is mandatory from Day 1 of employment to ensure accountability and support productivity monitoring.

Timely Submission of Documents

• Candidates must provide all required documents promptly during the background check process.
• Failure to provide documents will result in the offer letter being rescinded.