Financial Controller - ZenTrades

<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: center;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"><br></span><span style="font-size:16pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="font-size:16pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">JD - Financial Controller</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#980000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">About ZenTrades:</span></p><div><br></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">ZenTrades is a growing product startup with a strong foundation in the world of SaaS (Software as a Service) business solutions for Field Service Management software.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"><br></span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Our Vision and Mission:</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">At ZenTrades our core focus is towards creating the future of Field Service Management, where trade service professionals will effortlessly harness the power of technology to streamline their operations, enhance customer experiences, and drive growth.

Our mission is to revolutionize the way the trade services industry operates by offering an AI-supported Co-Pilot system that will help tradesmen become efficient and enhance their customer satisfaction.</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"><br><br></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Innovative AI-Powered Solution:</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">AI-powered modular SaaS business operating system (CRM + ERP), designed for trade services with a focus on compliance and regulations.

ZenTrades' founding team consists of UW Madison, and UC Berkeley alumni with strong domain knowledge having built top-notch products and implemented them at Fortune 500 companies.</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"><br><br></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">With its robust CRM+ERP platform featuring a modular software architecture and integrated Generative AI capabilities, ZenTrades delivers a trade-specific operating system that caters to the unique needs of each trade.

ZenTrades empowers tradesmen with an AI assistant, LISA (co-pilot), to enhance their sales and service capabilities using Generative AI.</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"><br><br></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">ZenTrades improves operational effectiveness and improves overall customer service by sending informative prompts and nudges.

This technology is used for customer service and to provide thorough defect reports, convincing case studies, precise estimations, and even predictive profit analysis.</span></p><div><br></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Link of Product Demo: </span><a href="https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/853218147" style="text-decoration:none;" rel="noreferrer"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#1155cc;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:underline;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/853218147</span></a><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">   </span></p><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#980000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Why should you join the ZenTrades team? </span></p><div><br></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">This is an opportunity to be part of the blitz-scaling team that’s shaping an industry's narrative.

We are on a mission to revolutionize the Field Service Management domain & boost their sales metrics, productivity, and efficiency by scoring on leadership opportunities that are otherwise lost in the field. </span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"><br></span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"><br></span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">At ZenTrades we foster a culture of openness and we aren’t a company where information and ideas exist in silos.

Team members are empowered and encouraged to pursue out-of-the-box ideas, think for the organization, and make mistakes that will assist us to grow through which we create a difference in customers and our lives. We encourage our people to challenge the status quo. We value creativity, hard work, initiative, and radical ideas above all else. We value transparency, and vulnerability and love to work with people who are self-driven, resourceful, and want to create an impact.

Most importantly it’s fun working with a group of people who are passionate about building a legacy.</span></p><div><br></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">At ZenTrades we believe in a culture of transparency, vulnerability, and an enormous amount of ownership.

The team celebrates success and failure together. </span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"><br></span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"><br></span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Every Leader within the team is hands-on and has taught the vision of being open to putting the best interest of the organization first.

The Leader should inspire the team, be resourceful to ensure the team and the organization are successful, and also be hands-on in bringing the best resources within the team and promoting talent.</span></p><div><br></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#980000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Position Overview -  Financial Controller:</span></p><div><br></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">As the Financial Controller of our organization, you will play a critical role in overseeing and optimizing our financial operations.

Your responsibilities will encompass managing financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will be instrumental in providing accurate financial information to drive strategic decision-making and support the organization's growth objectives.</span></p><div><br></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Your strong drive, sense of urgency, and expertise will shape our current position, and performance quality.

You will be actively engaged in meaningful projects, collaborate closely with cross-functional leadership teams, and gain substantial respect while working directly with high-performing team members, promoting talented team members, and offering real-world software strategic and tactical business improvement metrics.</span></p><div><br></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#980000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Day-to-day responsibilities will include:</span></p><div><br></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">The financial controller role entails dynamic involvement in strategy, partnership building with the investors along with the CEO, and effective communication within the team of accomplished domain experts from ZenTrades' founding team, your responsibilities will include:</span></p><div><br></div><ul style="margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;"><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Financial Reporting:</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements by GAAP standards.

Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data.</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Budgeting and Forecasting:</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> Lead the budgeting process and develop financial forecasts.

Collaborate with department heads to establish budgetary targets and monitor performance against budget.</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Financial Analysis:</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> Conduct a thorough financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost optimization or revenue enhancement.

Provide insights to senior management to support strategic planning and decision-making.</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Cash Flow Management:</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> Manage cash flow effectively to meet operational needs and optimize investment opportunities.

Monitor cash flow projections and implement strategies to mitigate risks.</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Payroll and Other payments:</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> Running payroll, and other payments in a timely manner after a thorough review.</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Internal Controls and Compliance:</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> Establish and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Coordinate with internal and external auditors to facilitate audits and ensure adherence to accounting standards.</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Risk Management:</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> Identify financial risks and implement strategies to mitigate them.

Monitor market conditions and economic trends that may impact the organization's financial health.</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A):</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> Provide financial insights and analysis to support business initiatives and strategic planning efforts.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop financial models and evaluate investment opportunities.</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Team Leadership and Development:</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> Lead and mentor a team of finance professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Provide guidance and support to develop team members' skills and capabilities.</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Stakeholder Communication:</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> Communicate financial performance, forecasts, and strategic recommendations to senior management, the board of directors, and other stakeholders.

Present financial reports and analyses clearly and concisely.</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Process Improvement:</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes, enhance efficiency, and improve accuracy.

Implement best practices and leverage technology solutions to optimize financial operations.</span></p></li></ul><div><br></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Your expertise, </span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">attention to detail</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">, and strategic mindset will be crucial in ensuring the financial health and stability of our organization.

You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact by driving financial performance, fostering innovation, and contributing to our overall success.</span></p><div><br></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">This role offers an opportunity to contribute to the financial health and operational efficiency of ZenTrades while working closely with various teams and stakeholders.</span></p><div><br></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#980000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">You will fit right if

you have:

</span></p><div><br></div><ul style="margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;"><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:'Proxima Nova',sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">A knack for numbers:</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> A strong understanding of business numbers and good numerical skills are essential for analyzing financial data and driving business decisions.</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:'Proxima Nova',sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Effective Planning: </span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">The ability to plan projects, define milestones, and adhere to SLAs for deliverables is crucial.

Candidates should be proactive in identifying and addressing deviations from the plan.</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:'Proxima Nova',sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Proficiency in Software Tools:</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> Candidates should have a solid knowledge of spreadsheet tools like Excel and Google Sheets.

Experience with MIS software - Keka, QuickBooks, and ZohoBooks, will be advantageous.</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:'Proxima Nova',sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Negotiation

Skills:

</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> A natural knack for negotiation is important, as the role may involve negotiating with vendors, clients, and internal stakeholders to optimize financial outcomes.</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:'Proxima Nova',sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Assertive Communication:</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> Strong communication skills, particularly in delivering messages assertively, are necessary.

Candidates should be able to communicate effectively with sales and customer success teams while maintaining professionalism.</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:'Proxima Nova',sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Prioritization Abilities:</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> The ability to prioritize finance and accounting tasks amidst cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management is essential.

Candidates should be adept at distinguishing between primary and secondary responsibilities.</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:'Proxima Nova',sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Documentation Proficiency:</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> Effective communication through documents and memos is important.

Candidates should possess solid written communication and articulation skills.</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:'Proxima Nova',sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Flexibility:</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> The role may require working flexible hours, including afternoon to late-night shifts, to accommodate interactions with external consultants, HR, business teams, and management.</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Closure:</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> This is a must.

You should be able to get things to a finish line.</span></p></li></ul><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 34.492889404296875pt;margin-top:0.7418212890625pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#980000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Background:</span></p><div><br></div><ul style="margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;"><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:'Proxima Nova',sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Work experience</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">: 2-5 years of experience in Finance, Accounting, Budgeting, FP&A or Business Operations</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Professional Certifications like CA, CFA, and CPA are preferred</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">MBA/ CA/ M.Com or exceptional Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration </span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Analytical ability to develop and implement improvements or recommendations</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">A self-motivated learner who contributes to a culture of excellence and lifts the entire team's performance.</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:'Proxima Nova',sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Deep </span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Self-introspection</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> ability which can drive self as well as team-level growth</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:'Proxima Nova',sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Experience</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> working in US Shifts and hustle-oriented environment</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:10pt;font-family:'Proxima Nova',sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Self-motivated</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> to work independently and maintain well-being in a highly efficient and effective work environment while handling high-expectation roles.</span></p></li></ul><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-right: 4.5pt;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#980000;background-color:#ffff00;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Note:</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:#ffff00;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> You will be required to operate in the US time zone which is - </span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:#ffff00;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">6:00 </span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:#ffff00;font-weight:700;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">PM IST to 3:00 AM IST from Pune Location.</span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="white-space:pre;">    </span></span><span 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style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="white-space:pre;">    </span></span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="white-space:pre;">    </span></span></p><div><br></div>