Axion Ray’s mission is to improve the quality and safety of engineered products - airplanes, electric vehicles, and medical devices, by creating the world’s best proactive management platform, powered by the latest advances in artificial intelligence. We're revolutionizing the way next-gen vehicles are made and are partnering with forward-looking engineering leaders to create and deploy AI models that will accelerate our speed to an electric and supersonic future. Axion leverages bleeding-edge tech & AI stack - including Generative AI and NLP/LLMs - to solve real-world problems.

Our team includes experts in Enterprise AI from Palantir, McKinsey & QuantumBlack, and other top tech companies. Since our founding at the onset of 2021, we’ve deployed across some of the largest Automotive and Aerospace companies in the world. If you want the chance to help build the future of engineering, join us!

About the Role: Axion Ray is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Finance Manager to join our India team. This role is critical to ensuring smooth financial operations, compliance, and reporting for our growing India operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Indian financial regulations and operational experience in managing day-to-day accounting and finance tasks independently.

What you'll do:

1. Taxation & Compliance:

• SPOC responsible for timely compliance with all Indian tax regulations, including GST, TDS, and Income Tax filings.

• Prepare and submit accurate reports required by the Indian government and regulatory authorities.

• Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, and government bodies as needed.

2. Accounting Operations:

• Manage accounts receivable (AR) and accounts payable (AP) processes.

• Assist in month-end and year-end closing of books.

• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure adherence to Indian accounting standards.

3. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) (Nice to Have):

• Assist in creating financial models to support strategic decision-making.

• Provide insights through variance analysis, forecasting, and budgeting.

4. Collaboration & Support:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including People team, legal, and India operations, to ensure financial policies are aligned with business goals.

• Provide support for payroll processing and employee reimbursements.

Who you are:

• Experience:

  • 4-7 years of experience in finance operations in India, preferably in a US based startup.

  • Strong knowledge of Indian tax regulations and compliance requirements.

  • Hands-on experience with AR/AP, bookkeeping, and financial reporting.

  • Experience in FP&A or financial modeling is a bonus.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. A master’s degree or CA/CPA qualification is a plus.

• Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks) and MS Excel.

  • Familiarity with financial modeling tools is a plus.

• Soft Skills:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

  • Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders across all levels.

Axion Ray is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.