Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI's technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn , X , Instagram , and YouTube .

Job Description:

This is a rare opportunity to help build the financial backbone of Shield AI India, a company operating at the cutting edge of defence technology and autonomous systems. As Senior Manager – Finance, you will play a critical role in ensuring regulatory integrity, accounting accuracy, and financial discipline for Shield AI's India operations.

Working closely with Shield AI's global finance organization, this role offers deep ownership, high impact, and direct exposure to the complexities of operating a global defence tech company in India, while contributing to a mission-driven organization at scale.

What you'll do:

Own corporate compliance, statutory filings, and regulatory requirements for Shield AI India.
Ensure adherence to Indian regulations including Companies Act, FEMA, GST, Income Tax, and other applicable laws relevant to defence and technology sectors.
Oversee accounting operations, including bookkeeping, month-end and year-end close, and preparation of financial statements.
Ensure financial reporting complies with Ind AS / Indian GAAP and Shield AI's global accounting policies.
Act as the primary finance interface for external auditors, consultants, and regulatory authorities.
Coordinate closely with Shield AI's central and global finance teams to ensure consistency in accounting treatment, controls, and reporting.
Review financial statements, schedules, and reports for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
Support internal control frameworks, risk mitigation efforts, and process improvements.
Provide strategic finance insights on compliance risks, regulatory implications, and financial matters impacting India operations.
Work effectively with global stakeholders across multiple time zones, ensuring smooth cross-border finance coordination.

Required qualifications:

Chartered Accountant (CA) and Company Secretary (CS) with 10–12 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, and compliance roles.
Deep expertise in accounting, bookkeeping, and statutory financial reporting.
Strong hands-on experience with Indian regulatory and compliance frameworks, including corporate, tax, and foreign exchange regulations.
Prior experience in a global or multinational organization, preferably within technology, aerospace, or defence-related sectors, including supporting Indian entities operating across multiple time zones.
Demonstrated ability to handle complex compliance requirements, audits, and regulatory engagements.
Exposure to governance and risk-related initiatives, including internal control frameworks, compliance risk assessment, and regulatory readiness.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with comfort operating in highly regulated and complex environments.
Ability to balance operational rigor with strategic financial perspective and sound judgment.

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Total package details for U.S. based positions:

Regular employee positions: Salary within range listed above + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Temporary employee positions: Hourly within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days

of employment)

Interns/Military Fellows/Part-time not eligible for bonus, benefits or equity

Total package details for International positions which are roles based outside of the United States (where applicable):

International premium, hardship differential, cost of living differential, living quarters allowance, foreign service transfer

allowance, equity, international benefits, visa assistance, and relocation assistance.

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check.

Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Senior Manager, Finance