Senior Manager – Finance

This is a rare opportunity to help build the financial backbone of Shield AI India, a company operating at the cutting edge of defence technology and autonomous systems. As Senior Manager – Finance, you will play a critical role in ensuring regulatory integrity, accounting accuracy, and financial discipline for Shield AI's India operations.

Working closely with Shield AI's global finance organization, this role offers deep ownership, high impact, and direct exposure to the complexities of operating a global defence tech company in India, while contributing to a mission-driven organization at scale.

Responsibilities

• Own corporate compliance, statutory filings, and regulatory requirements for Shield AI India.
• Ensure adherence to Indian regulations including Companies Act, FEMA, GST, Income Tax, and other applicable laws relevant to defence and technology sectors.
• Oversee accounting operations, including bookkeeping, month-end and year-end close, and preparation of financial statements.
• Ensure financial reporting complies with Ind AS / Indian GAAP and Shield AI's global accounting policies.
• Act as the primary finance interface for external auditors, consultants, and regulatory authorities.
• Coordinate closely with Shield AI's central and global finance teams to ensure consistency in accounting treatment, controls, and reporting.
• Review financial statements, schedules, and reports for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Support internal control frameworks, risk mitigation efforts, and process improvements.
• Provide strategic finance insights on compliance risks, regulatory implications, and financial matters impacting India operations.
• Work effectively with global stakeholders across multiple time zones, ensuring smooth cross-border finance coordination.