Finance Manager

Pocket FM is the world’s largest audio-series platform, where powerful stories travel effortlessly across languages, cultures, and continents. From India and the US to Europe and beyond, we are redefining how stories are created, discovered, and experienced across the globe, without screens.

At our core, we are an AI-powered entertainment company with a deeply human-first philosophy. We believe technology should amplify creativity. Our proprietary AI systems work alongside writers, voice artists, and creative teams to help stories scale globally, faster, smarter, and with cultural depth and emotional integrity intact.

Today, Pocket FM is home to a vibrant community of 250+ million listeners, 300,000+ creators, and 100,000+ audio series. With over 140 billion minutes streamed annually, we have emerged as one of the fastest-growing media-tech companies in the world, and we are just getting started. We operate at a massive global scale, but with a startup mindset: curious, fast-moving, and deeply owner-driven. At Pocket FM, teams are encouraged to think boldly, move with intent, and build for long-term impact as we shape the future of audio-first storytelling worldwide.

You can get more updates, insights and everything behind the scenes at Pocket FM here - https://xtra.pocketfm.com/

About the role:

We are seeking a Chartered Accountant (CA) to lead our critical Audit, MIS and Record-to-Report (R2R) functions, with a significant focus on IPO readiness and execution.This role requires experience in financial reporting,(Ind AS/IFRS), and proven leadership skills to ensure timely and accurate book closure, financial preparation, and robust regulatory compliance.

What you’ll do:

• Preparation and finalization of monthly, quarterly, and annual standalone and consolidated financial statements in accordance with Ind AS / US Standard, IFRS and Companies Act requirements. Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial reports
• Actively support IPO readiness initiatives including gap analysis, strengthening of financial controls, documentation, and process standardization
• Coordinate with investment bankers, legal advisors, auditors, and other consultants for IPO-related requirements
• Support preparation of financial information for DRHP / RHP including historical financials, restatements, and disclosures and assist in implementation of enhanced governance, reporting, and compliance frameworks as required for listed entities
• Lead statutory audits, internal audits, tax audits, and other regulatory audits and act as the primary point of contact for auditors and ensure timely resolution of audit queries
• Prepare and publish monthly MIS reports, including P&L, Balance Sheet, Variance Analysis, and key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Drive closure of books as per management defined timelines and improve month-end closing processes
• Strengthen internal financial controls (IFC) and ensure compliance with audit and regulatory requirements
• Identify process gaps, assess risks, and implement corrective actions
• Conduct analytical reviews of financial results to identify trends, variances, and actionable insights

What we need:

• Prior experience in IPO preparation / listed company environment or IPO consulting is highly preferred
• 7-8 Years experience in financial consolidation and multi-entity reporting preferred
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards (Ind AS / IFRS/ US GAAP)
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and financial reporting tools
• Good understanding of internal financial controls and risk management
• Strong communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment