Finance & Accounts Executive (US SaaS Startup)

<img src="https://we-work-remotely.imgix.net/logos/0171/5528/logo.gif?ixlib=rails-4.0.0&w=50&h=50&dpr=2&fit=fill&auto=compress" /> <p> <strong>Headquarters:</strong> Remote <br /><strong>URL:</strong> <a href="http://hypersonix.ai">http://hypersonix.ai</a> </p> <div class="col col-xs-7 description"> <span><span><span><b><span>About the Role:</span></b></span></span></span><br><span><span><span><span>We are seeking a proactive and analytical Finance Associate to support day-to-day finance operations, reporting, and compliance. This role is designed for early-career professionals passionate about building a career in corporate finance and accounting. You’ll play a key role in maintaining accurate books, preparing reports, and supporting audits within a growing SaaS organization.</span></span></span></span><br><br><span><span><span><b><span>Key Responsibilities:</span></b></span></span></span><ul><li><span><span><span>Manage day-to-day Finance & Accounting operations</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>Handle Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), billing, collections, and reconciliations</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>Prepare financial statements, schedules, and MIS reports</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>Ensure accounting activities are compliant with US GAAP</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>Support SaaS revenue accounting, deferred revenue, accruals, and prepaid accounting</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>Coordinate audits, compliance, and finance documentation</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>Assist the Finance Director on finance projects, reporting, controls, and process improvements</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>Work cross-functionally with business, HR, payroll, and operations teams</span></span></span></li></ul><span><span><span><b><span>Key Skills & Qualifications:</span></b></span></span></span><ul><li><span><span><span>B.Com, or M.Com  - Min Grad</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>Professional certifications - CA (Semi-qualified/Qualified)/CMA</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>4–6 years of relevant Finance & Accounting experience</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>Must have experience working with a US startup OR managing accounting/reporting under US GAAP and compliances</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>Minimum 2–3 years of software/SaaS industry experience required</span></span></span></li></ul><div><strong><span><span><span>Strong hands-on experience in:</span></span></span></strong><ul><li><span><span><span>AP / AR operations</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>General Ledger (GL)</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>Month-end close</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>Financial statements</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>Account reconciliations</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>Compliance & audit support</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>Good understanding of SaaS finance operations including:</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>Revenue recognition</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>Deferred revenue</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>Subscription billing</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>Collections & renewals support</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>Customer invoicing cycles</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>Familiarity with ASC 606 preferred</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>Strong Excel skills and experience with ERPs such as QuickBooks, Zoho, Xero or similar ERPs used by Global startups.</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>Startup Skills Required</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>High ownership and execution-driven mindset</span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span>Ability to work independently with minimal supervision</spa