Job Description
CompanyC5iPosition TitleDirector FinanceReporting toCFOScheduleFull-TimeWork LocationBengaluru
Overview
C5i
C5i is a pure-play AI & Analytics provider that combines the power of human perspective with AI technology to deliver trustworthy intelligence. The company drives value through a comprehensive solution set, integrating multifunctional teams that have technical and business domain expertise with a robust suite of products, solutions, and accelerators tailored for various horizontal and industry-specific use cases. At the core, C5i's focus is to deliver business impact at speed and scale by driving adoption of AI-assisted decision-making.C5i caters to some of the world's largest enterprises, including many Fortune 500 companies. The company's clients span Technology, Media, and Telecom (TMT), Pharma & Lifesciences, CPG, Retail, Banking, and other sectors. C5i has been recognized by leading industry analysts like Gartner and Forrester for its Analytics and AI capabilities and proprietary AI-based officesUnited States Canada United Kingdom United Arab of Emirates India
Job Responsibilities
1. Revenue Assurance & Contract GovernanceReview and interpret client contracts to determine revenue recognition treatmentEnsure compliance with applicable accounting standards (Ind AS 115 / IFRS 15 / ASC 606)Identify revenue leakages and implement controls to prevent themPartner with Sales, Legal, and Delivery teams to structure commercially and financially sound contracts
2. Revenue Recognition & AccrualsOversee accurate and timely revenue recognition across all business linesFinalize monthly revenue accruals, deferrals, and adjustmentsEnsure proper cut-off, matching, and completeness of revenueDrive automation and standardization in revenue accounting processes
3. Billing & InvoicingSupervise billing cycles to ensure accuracy and timelinessAlign billing milestones with contractual terms and delivery outputsResolve discrepancies between contracts, delivery, and invoicing
4. Collections & Working Capital ManagementLead collections strategy and execution to optimize cash flowMonitor aging, drive reduction in DSO, and improve cash conversion cycleEngage with clients and internal stakeholders to resolve payment disputes
5. R2R Process OwnershipOwn the end-to-end Record-to-Report cycle related to revenueEnsure accurate financial reporting, reconciliations, and audit readinessStrengthen internal controls and ensure SOX / audit compliance (if applicable)
6. Analytics & ReportingDevelop dashboards for revenue tracking, leakage analysis, and forecastingProvide insights on revenue trends, risks, and opportunities to leadershipSupport FP&A with revenue forecasts and variance analysis
7. Team Leadership & Stakeholder ManagementBuild and lead a high-performing revenue assurance teamCollaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Delivery, Legal, Finance, and OperationsAct as a key advisor to leadership on revenue-related matters
Requirements & Qualifications:
- Chartered Accountant (CA) - Mandatory- 12-18+ years of experience in Business Finance / FP&A / Revenue Finance- Strong expertise in working capital, revenue models, and strategic finance- Experience in IT/Analytics/Consulting preferred- Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
C5i is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, etc. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please keep us informed about the same at the hiring stages for us to factor necessary accommodations.
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