We seek a strategic and roll-up-your-sleeves Accounting Manager to join our finance team and position us for the next phase in our company’s growth. This position reports to the Controller. They would enjoy implementing process improvements, problem-solving, and collaborating with others to drive accounting and reporting compliance and excellence. The primary purpose of this position is to provide accurate and timely accounting and financial information while coordinating the daily operations of the finance team to ensure compliance with general accounting and reporting standards. The Accounting Manager partners with and supports team members across all functions of the Company. This position is based in our San Francisco office (downtown/SOMA near public transit) and follows an onsite work model, requiring in-office presence 5 days a week.

What You'll Do:

• Manage general ledger accounts and related reconciliations, manage month-end close processes, and prepare financial, managerial, and compliance reporting.
• Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations for all GL accounts.
• Manage month-end close in NetSuite to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Supervise, manage, coach, and mentor the general ledger team.
• Prepare financial statements and supporting documentation to ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Company policies and procedures.
• Work with management and team members to foster understanding of accounting workflows across all Company's functional areas (sales, operations, etc.).
• Ensure proper internal controls, including compliance with Company policies and procedures and all other statutory requirements.
• Assess current practices, policies, procedures, and make recommendations to improve internal controls and processes, ensuring the accuracy of accounting data.
• Streamline the month-end close and other accounting processes, reducing manual work and implementing AI to achieve some of the efficiencies.
• Analyze data on operational costs to support management decision-making processes.
• Assist with preparing activity reports, variance analyses, financial forecasts, and budgets—support management during the budget and forecasting processes.
• Collaborate with FP&A on budget preparation and budget vs actual variance analysis.
• Coordinate with outside auditors and tax professionals to provide needed information including managing the preparation of year-end audit and tax work papers.

Who You Are:

• Minimum of 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with 2+ years people management experience required.
• Big four public accounting experience plus industry experience preferred. 
• CPA preferred, but not required.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent.
• Proficiency in NetSuite, Airbase, Rippling.
• Intermediate to Advanced proficiency in Excel, Microsoft Office Suite, and G Suite.
• A thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• The ability to establish and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance and process efficiencies.
• Demonstrates initiative to thoughtfully research and follow up on non-standard situations to ensure compliance with company and finance policies and procedures.
• Exercises independent judgment in assessing and performing intermediate to advanced accounting tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities across all levels of the Company.
• Excellent management and supervisory skills.
• Must be comfortable handling confidential information with the utmost discretion.
• Promotes professionalism and a passion for excellence in all business relationships, including with clients, vendors, service providers, and co-workers.
• Enjoys a positive, fun, and fast-paced working environment.

For CA Based Applicants:

• The base salary for this position is $145,000 - $180,000.
• This position is eligible for equity in the form of stock options.
• This position is eligible for Instawork benefits, including:
• A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans with coverage beginning on the date of hire
• Flexible paid time off
• At least 8 paid company holidays annually
• Phone stipend
• Commuter stipend
• Supplemental pay on qualified leaves
• Employee health savings accounts (HSA) contribution
• Flexible spending plans
• 401K plan
• Perkspot - discount program through Lumity
• Snacks and in-office lunches

A variety of factors are considered when determining someone’s compensation, including a candidate’s professional background, experience, and location.  Final offer amounts may vary from the amounts listed above.

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As Manager/ Senior Manager of Finance at Instawork India, you will own and oversee the finance/accounting team for Instawork India, which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Instawork (U.S. company - www.instawork.com).  Additionally, you will own the Accounts Receivable for the U.S. company, including managing AR collections analysts.  You will report directly to the U.S. Controller, but also work closely with the Country Head of Instawork India.

You would be responsible for end-to-end financial management domestically, including payroll, accounts payable, all corporate accounting, including the month-end close, regulatory/compliance and financial reporting, budget, and forecasts preparation for Instawork’s Indian Entity. 

You will partner with the Country Head and help design and implement various internal policies for finance, expenses, and budgeting.  You will also ensure that the Indian Entity is compliant with all the prevailing laws and regulations of the country and proactively advise the management of any changes in regulations.

Additionally, you would be working with the global finance team to help achieve other business goals as determined by the U.S. CFO and U.S. Controller from time to time.

Accounting

• Lead and Own U.S. Accounts Receivable for the Company
• Initiate best-in-class global support of the month-end close, year-end close, and audit support
• Financial management, including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget, and forecasts preparation
• Own end-to-end accounting, payroll, and bookkeeping for the Indian entity, along with expense management and vendor payments
• Calculation and remittance of monthly statutory payments and Taxes eg, TDS PF, ESI, PT etc
• Preparation of financial statements and the company’s monthly MIS reports
• Coordination with Statutory auditors, external consultants, banks and other government agencies
• Preparation and filing of the company’s GST and Income tax returns
• Preparation & submission of quarterly and annual returns
• Help design and implement various internal policies for finance, expenses, and budgeting
• Assist with Global accounting and reporting in conjunction with the U.S. CFO and U.S Controller
• Supervise, mentor, and guide the India finance team (2 personnel) and the AR collections analysts (3 personnel)

Compliance

Own end to end compliance for the Indian entity including Financial Audit, RBI, STPI, MCA and other regulatory filings including:

• Periodic Tax and Statutory payments like EPF, ESI, state taxes etc.
• Periodic Regulatory Filings with RBI and MCA
• STPI and export related compliances
• Annual Audit and Tax Filings
• Facilitate Board Meetings
• Assistance with Global compliance and regulatory filings

Who you are

• CA with 7-10 years of experience with strong knowledge of Indian Accounting
• Knowledge of US GAAP 
• Experience working with a Big 4 firm is a plus
• Have handled Global Financial Operations, particularly Accounts Receivable a plus
• Ownership of financial operations workflows to support Corporate/ Global team
• NetSuite experience is desirable
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets required. Conversant with MS Office 
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Ability to work some U.S. pacific time zone hours
• Proven experience with process improvements, automation and the ability to incorporate AI to improve processes
• Excellent people management skills

This is a rare opportunity to own a broad, high-impact scope at the intersection of FP&A, strategic finance, and AI-powered decision-making. As a Manager or Senior Manager on the Finance team, you will drive the financial management of the business — from budgeting and forecasting to strategic planning and reporting — while helping build the AI-enabled workflows that will define how modern finance teams operate. You will partner with senior leaders across the company to drive key decisions on operations, strategic initiatives, and resource allocation, and serve as a pivotal leader within a lean, high-velocity Finance organization.

What You’ll Do

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Own the budgeting and forecasting cycle end-to-end, including preparation of monthly management discussion and analysis at close.
• Build and maintain detailed financial projections supporting the annual operating plan, long-range strategic plan, and rolling forecasts.
• Enhance internal financial reporting packages that highlight growth drivers and performance relative to plan.
• Guide analysis and modeling for growth and strategic initiatives, including new business lines, markets, and product investments.
• Continuously identify and implement improvements to forecasting methodology, refining your approach over time.

GTM & Business Finance

• Partner with GTM, Business Operations, and Product teams on driver-based revenue models, KPI frameworks, and financial performance analysis.
• Surface commercial insights, flag risks early, and provide data-backed recommendations to improve decision-making.
• Lead preparation of Board presentations, weekly/monthly business reviews, and ad hoc financial analyses.

AI-Powered Finance

• Champion the use of AI tools — including agentic workflows, LLMs, and automation platforms — to fundamentally transform how FP&A work gets done.
• Systematically identify and automate repetitive manual processes (data pulls, variance commentary, model refreshes) to free capacity for higher-value analysis.
• Partner with Business Operations and Engineering to build scalable, AI-assisted financial reporting and planning infrastructure.
• Stay ahead of emerging AI tools in finance; be an internal advocate for adopting what moves the needle.

Accounting Partnership & Controls

• Partner closely with Accounting on monthly close, annual audit, and implementation of new systems and processes.
• Support the evolution of Instawork’s finance function toward public-company readiness in process, controls, and reporting.
• Support ad hoc financial analyses as needed across the organization.

Who You Are

Experience & Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, strategic finance, or a related role; strong preference for tech company background or top-tier consulting, banking, or PE/VC experience.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain complex financial models from scratch; advanced Excel skills required. 
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP; able to serve as an effective liaison with the Accounting team.
• Proven track record of partnering with senior business leaders to drive cross-functional execution on company goals.
• Comfortable operating between detail-oriented analysis and big-picture strategic thinking — you can “see the forest from the trees.”
• Experience operating effectively in ambiguous, fast-moving environments, using data to draw conclusions and build models from scratch.
• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA is a plus.

How You Operate

• You approach problems with genuine intellectual curiosity and a strong bias to act rather than wait.
• You operate like an owner — you bring urgency, follow-through, and a solutions-first mindset, regardless of your job title.
• Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills, with formidable attention to detail.
• You communicate with clarity, candor, and the ability to translate complex financial narratives for non-finance audiences.
• Passion for the professional community Instawork serves, and desire to help hourly workers earn more and lead better lives.

For CA-Based Applicants

The base salary for this position is $150,000 – $230,000, depending on level (Manager or Senior Manager) and experience.
This position is eligible for equity in the form of stock options.
This position is eligible for Instawork benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans with coverage beginning on the date of hire
• Flexible paid time off
• At least 8 paid company holidays annually
• Phone stipend
• Commuter stipend
• Supplemental pay on qualified leaves
• Employee health savings accounts (HSA) contribution
• Flexible spending plans
• 401K plan
• Perkspot — discount program through Lumity

A variety of factors are considered when determining someone’s compensation, including a candidate’s professional background, experience, and location. Final offer amounts may vary from the amounts listed above.

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