Finance Executive at FourKites

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Supply Chain, Logistics, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor degree in Commerce (B.Com) OR MBA in Finance OR CA Intermediate (IPCC cleared)
  • 5-8 years of experience in finance, accounting, or banking operations
  • Proven experience in managing multi-country financial operations
  • Strong understanding of international banking and compliance requirements
  • Experience working with US, European, and Asian financial regulations
  • NetSuite or other similar ERP experience is highly preferred
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modeling)
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards
  • Knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, and statutory compliance requirements
  • Familiarity with banking software and payment platforms
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work across multiple time zones and manage urgent deadlines
  • Strong communication skills for coordination with international teams
  • Ability to handle confidential financial information with discretion
  • Proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues
  • Understanding of forex operations (preferred)
  • Experience in handling multi-currency transactions (preferred)
  • Knowledge of transfer pricing and international taxation (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and manage banking operations across India, USA, EMEA, and Singapore
  • Coordinate with multiple banks and financial institutions across different time zones
  • Assist in managing cash flow, liquidity, and treasury operations for multi-country operations
  • Process international payments, wire transfers, and foreign exchange transactions
  • Monitor bank accounts, reconciliations, and maintain optimal banking relationships
  • Ensure seamless fund transfers and working capital management across regions
  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and statutory requirements for 7 subsidiaries located in India, USA, Canada, Singapore, Germany, Poland, and Netherlands
  • Stay updated on regulatory changes in different jurisdictions and implement necessary controls
  • Coordinate statutory audits, tax filings, and regulatory submissions
  • Maintain compliance with local GAAP, IFRS, and US GAAP standards as applicable
  • Implement and monitor internal financial controls and policies
  • Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory authorities
  • Manage day-to-day accounting operations and ensure accurate financial records
  • Conduct bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly
  • Support month-end and year-end closing processes
  • Utilize NetSuite for financial transactions, reporting, and analysis
  • Ensure data accuracy and integrity within the NetSuite system
  • Configure and optimize NetSuite modules for efficient operations
  • Train team members on NetSuite best practices
  • Generate customized reports and dashboards from NetSuite

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Banking OperationsTreasury ManagementCash Flow ManagementForeign ExchangeBank ReconciliationsFinance ComplianceRegulatory ComplianceStatutory AuditsTax FilingsGAAPIFRSUS GAAPInternal ControlsAccountingFinancial Reporting

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for the Senior Executive Finance role?

Candidates need 5-8 years of experience in finance, accounting, or banking operations, with proven experience in managing multi-country financial operations and a strong understanding of international banking and compliance requirements.

What education qualifications are needed for this position?

A Bachelor degree in Commerce (B.Com) or MBA in Finance or CA Intermediate (IPCC cleared) is required.

What does the team culture look like at FourKites?

The team consists of fun, hard-working, smart, and empowering people built on mutual respect, common and aligned goals, open communication, and patience. The company celebrates differences, leads with empathy, and values inclusivity.

Is this role remote or office-based, and where is it located?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this Finance Executive position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

FourKites

Real-time supply chain visibility platform

About FourKites

FourKites provides a platform for supply chain management that focuses on real-time visibility and predictive analytics. The platform collects data from millions of shipments worldwide and uses AI technology to analyze this data, offering businesses insights to improve their supply chain operations. This helps companies manage risks, enhance responsiveness, and optimize their processes. FourKites connects all parts of a supply chain through its applications, ensuring that teams have access to the same information. A unique feature of their platform is Fin AI, which uses natural language processing to help businesses find optimization opportunities and automate tasks. Unlike its competitors, FourKites stands out by combining a vast real-time supply chain network with specialized applications and patented AI technology. The goal of FourKites is to help large brands manage their supply chains more effectively and efficiently.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$205.8MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental, & vision
PTO
401k with company match
Annual wellness stipend
Ongoing learning & development opportunities

Risks

Emergence of competitors like Auger with significant funding challenges FourKites' market share.
Overhaul's $55 million funding round intensifies competition in supply chain visibility.
Rapid market growth may attract more entrants, increasing competition for FourKites.

Differentiation

FourKites tracks 3 million shipments daily across multiple transportation modes.
The platform integrates real-time data with machine learning for end-to-end supply chain visibility.
FourKites' YardWorks suite optimizes gate and yard logistics with AI and computer vision.

Upsides

FourKites is recognized as a leader in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for four consecutive years.
The company collaborates with major brands like Organik Kimya and Clariant to enhance efficiency.
Growing demand for AI-powered supply chain tools boosts FourKites' market potential.

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