Associate Team Lead, Finance

Associate Team Lead 

Department: Finance

Business Unit: Affinity | Base Location: Mumbai

Job Summary

The Associate Team Lead - Audit & Compliance will oversee and execute financial audits, ensure compliance with regulatory and internal policies, and support risk management initiatives. The role requires a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in financial controls, auditing, and compliance processes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Audit Execution & Management
   • Conduct internal and external audits to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.
   • Review and verify financial statements, reports, and transactions for adherence to policies and regulations.
   • Collaborate with internal teams and external auditors to streamline the audit process.
2. Compliance Monitoring
   • Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, including tax laws, accounting standards, and corporate policies.
   • Develop and implement compliance frameworks and checklists for internal use.
   • Monitor changes in laws and regulations and update company policies accordingly.
3. Risk Assessment & Mitigation
   • Identify potential financial and operational risks through comprehensive analysis.
   • Recommend and implement risk mitigation strategies.
   • Conduct periodic reviews of processes and controls to identify improvement opportunities.
4. Team Leadership
   • Supervise and guide junior team members, providing mentorship and training in audit and compliance practices.
   • Allocate tasks, set priorities, and monitor performance to ensure objectives are met.
5. Reporting & Communication
   • Prepare detailed audit reports, including findings and actionable recommendations.
   • Present audit results and compliance updates to senior management.
   • Act as a liaison between the finance team and other departments on audit and compliance matters.

Qualifications and Skills

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (mandatory).
  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Chartered Accountant (CA), or equivalent certification preferred.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in auditing, compliance, or related finance roles.
  • The candidate should have experience in handling external audits, particularly with a Big 4 firm
  • Experience in leading audit assignments and working with cross-functional teams.
• Skills:
  • In-depth knowledge of financial regulations, internal controls, and audit methodologies.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficient in financial software and audit tools (e.g., Oracle, SAP etc.).
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership abilities.
  • Attention to detail and high standards of accuracy.

About Affinity:

Affinity is an ad tech company which creates user engagement products (branding and performance) for digital media. It is in the business of creating sustainable and scalable advertising/media products with special attention to user experience. Established in 2006, Affinity is a 300+ employee company that operates 6 business units, namely - mCanvas, Siteplug, VEVE, AdopsOne, Yield Solutions and Nucleus.