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Job Title: Finance Manager Location: Anywhere in IndiaRole Overview We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager with a strong background in the staffing and recruitment industry, preferably supporting European markets. The role will be responsible for end-to-end finance, accounting, bookkeeping, statutory compliance, and reporting across multiple EU countries. This position is critical in ensuring financial accuracy, compliance with country-specific regulations, and smooth financial operations for staffing, contracting, and Employer of Record (EOR) engagements.Key Responsibilities Financial Management & Accounting Manage end-to-end finance operations for staffing and recruitment business across multiple European countries Oversee general ledger, bookkeeping, month-end and year-end close Ensure accurate revenue recognition for staffing, contracting, and EOR models Manage payroll accounting for permanent employees, contractors, and consultants across EU countries Handle intercompany accounting and cross-border cost allocations Compliance & Statutory Requirements Ensure compliance with country-specific accounting standards, labor-linked financial obligations, and statutory filings across Europe Manage VAT registrations, filings, reconciliations, and audits (including reverse charge mechanisms) Coordinate with local accountants, tax advisors, payroll providers, and auditors in various EU countries Support statutory audits and internal audits Billing, Collections & Cash Flow Oversee client invoicing, credit notes, and reconciliations Manage accounts receivable, collections, and cash flow forecasting Monitor margins, and profitability by client, country, and service line Ensure timely vendor and payroll payments Budgeting, Reporting & Controls Prepare monthly MIS, management dashboards, and financial reports for leadership Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis Establish and strengthen financial controls, SOPs, and process automation Support decision-making by providing insights on pricing, margins, and cost optimization Stakeholder & Business Support Act as a finance business partner to sales, operations, HR, and legal teams Support new country setups, EOR model structuring, and pricing calculations Assist in client due diligence, RFPs, and commercial proposals from a finance perspectiveExperience 8–12 years of overall finance and accounting experience Mandatory experience in a staffing, recruitment, or EOR company Hands-on experience managing finance for multiple European countries Strong exposure to EU payroll, VAT, invoicing, and statutory complianceTechnical Skills Expertise in VAT, payroll accounting, and cross-border transactions Advanced proficiency in Excel / financial modeling Strong attention to detail and ownership mindset Ability to manage multiple countries and stakeholders simultaneously Excellent communication skills, especially with external partners and auditors Strong knowledge of IFRS / local GAAP applicable in Europe preferred Proactive, solution-oriented, and comfortable working in fast-growing environmentsPreferred Qualifications CA / CPA / ACCA / CIMA (or equivalent) Prior experience supporting EOR, PEO, or global staffing models Experience working with remote, distributed, or cross-border teams