Manager - Accounts

About us Build the future of banking. Zeta is a next-generation banking technology company providing cloud-native, fully stackable processing and core banking platforms for issuers. With a focus on scalability, compliance, and innovation, Zeta empowers financial institutions to modernize their technology infrastructure and deliver secure, seamless digital banking experiences.  Our impact runs at real-world scale. Today, over 25 million cards are live on Zeta-powered platforms across 7 countries, supported by a passionate team of 1,700+ Zetanauts across India, the US, EMEA, and Asia. Backed by SoftBank Vision Fund, Mastercard, and other reputed strategic investors, we reached a valuation of $2 billion in 2025. Our focus is on establishing product lines that focus on key outcomes by addressing real customer pain points, modernizing legacy systems, and strengthening core fundamentals. As a result, our systems and platforms support a wide range of banking and payments capabilities, including: 1. Tachyon, our cloud-native banking stack built for population-scale systems 2. Cipher, our unified authentication platform for secure, high-volume banking environments 3. Digital Credit as a Service, enabling banks to launch credit lines on UPI 4. Elena, our intelligent and conversational AI platform for banking 5. Pixel, India’s first digital-native credit card, launched in partnership with HDFC Bank, for whom we also revamped their PayZapp mobile app: Winner of the Celent Model Bank Award for Payments Innovation 2024 6. Sparrow, the leading card experience for non-prime cardholders in the US  …and more across cards, payments, lending, and core banking. We are an engineering-first organization that values ownership, bias for action, and long-term thinking. Together, we solve some of the hardest problems in banking tech. Our culture is built around trust, collaboration, and creating the conditions for you to drive impact proportionate to your potential. Reinforcing our commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace, we have been consistently recognized as a Great Place to Work. If you want to build cutting-edge banking tech that enables banks to serve millions reliably, securely, and at a population scale, Zeta is your playground. If you would like to learn more about how we have grown and evolved over the years, watch our journey here. You can also explore our website and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram,YouTube, and X.  About the Role The Manager – Accounts will be responsible for overseeing end-to-end finance operations including Accounts Payable, General Ledger, month-end close, statutory and group audits, treasury operations, and providing finance support for corporate restructuring initiatives across Zeta Group entities. The role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership capability, and the ability to operate in a fast-growing, multi-entity environment. An ambitious individual who can deal with ambiguity and is interested in working for a growth-phase company would be an ideal fit for the role. Responsibilities

1. Financial Accounting & Month-End Close

Own and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Review and approve journal entries, accruals, provisions, and reconciliations.

Ensure compliance with Ind AS / IFRS and Group accounting policies.

Monitor balance sheet integrity and drive resolution of open items.

2. Accounts Payable & Payments

Oversee Accounts Payable operations, including vendor accounting, invoice processing, and aging management.

Ensure timely processing of vendor payments in line with agreed credit terms and internal controls.

Review and approve bank payments through ERP and banking platforms.

Drive process improvements and automation in AP workflows.

3. General Ledger & Controls

• Lead the General Ledger function across multiple entities.
• Ensure robust internal controls, SOPs, and documentation.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to resolve accounting issues and improve data quality.

4. Audits & Compliance

• Act as the primary point of contact for statutory, internal, and group audits.
• Coordinate audit planning, data readiness, and closure of audit queries.
• Ensure timely completion of audits with minimal adjustments and no major qualifications.
• Support compliance with statutory requirements, including filings and regulatory submissions.

5. Treasury & Banking

• Oversee treasury operations, including cash flow monitoring, fund utilization, and banking relationships.
• Manage bank accounts, signatories, and payment authorization controls.
• Support cash forecasting and liquidity planning in coordination with leadership.

6. Restructuring & Special Projects

• Provide accounting and finance support for group restructuring, de-mergers, mergers, and internal reorganizations.
• Assist in implementation of accounting treatments, disclosures, and audit coordination related to restructuring.
• Support system migrations, process transitions, and finance transformation initiatives.

7. Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance operations team.
• Review team deliverables and ensure adherence to timelines and quality standards.
• Partner with cross-functional teams including Legal, Tax, FP&A, and Business teams.

Skills

Strong knowledge of Ind AS / IFRS.

Expertise in month-end close, AP, GL, audits, and treasury

Experience in multi-entity / group structures

Strong analytical, review, and problem-solving skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Experience and Qualifications

Chartered Accountant (CA) mandatory

4-6 years of post-qualification experience in finance and accounting

Experience in Big-4, technology or fintech

ERP experience (Oracle preferred)

Equal Opportunity Zeta is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, cultures, and communities to apply and believe that a diverse workforce is key to our success.