Job Description

Lead Accountant

Bangalore, India

Finance & Accounting - Finance & Accounting (India) /

Full-time /

On-site

About Augmedix:

Augmedix (Nasdaq: AUGX) delivers industry-leading, ambient medical documentation and data solutions to healthcare systems, physician practices, hospitals, and telemedicine practitioners.

Augmedix is on a mission to help clinicians and patients form a human connection by seamlessly integrating our technology at the point of care. Augmedix\'s proprietary platform digitizes natural clinician-patient conversations, which are converted into comprehensive medical notes and structured data in real time. The company\'s platform uses automatic speech recognition, and natural language processing, including large language models, to generate accurate and timely medical notes that are transferred into the EHR.

Augmedix\'s products relieve clinicians of administrative burden, in turn, reducing burnout, increasing clinician efficiency and improving patient access. Through Augmedix\'s proprietary platform and bi-directional communication channel, Augmedix is ideally suited to serve as the vehicle for change at the point of care.

Augmedix is headquartered in San Francisco, CA, with offices around the world. To learn more, visit .

Responsibilities:

• Effective Management of Accounts Payable (A/P) and A/P Aging
• Responsible for proficiently managing the Accounts Payable (A/P) function, ensuring timely processing of bills and transactions. Diligently categorize records in the general ledger, classifying them under appropriate headings such as assets, liabilities, and expenses.

• facilitation of Payroll Processing and Internal Stakeholder Communication
• Play a vital role in assisting with payroll processing, and contributing to the accurate disbursement of employee salaries and benefits. Foster effective communication with internal stakeholders to address any concerns or queries related to accounts payable and ensure a seamless operational flow.

• Robust Internal Control and Process Enhancement
• Thoroughly review, analyze, and assess accounting documentation, historical financial reports, operational data, and current processes. This diligence guarantees the implementation of strong internal controls, safeguarding the accuracy and integrity of financial transactions. Continuously identify opportunities to optimize processes, implementing changes that enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

• Variance Analysis and Monitoring
• Produce detailed variance analyses, scrutinizing fluctuations and trends in financial data. Regularly monitor these changes to gain insights into financial performance, enabling informed decision-making by management.

• Precise General Ledger Reconciliation and Data Accuracy Verification
• Conduct meticulous mid-level general ledger account reconciliations, diligently ensuring the accuracy and completeness of data. Your efforts contribute to maintaining an error-free financial record, a critical aspect of trustworthy financial reporting.

• Facilitation of Financial Closures and Management Reporting
• Provide vital support during monthly, quarterly, half-year, and year-end financial closures. This includes tasks such as journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and accruing expenses. Responsible for the overall maintenance of operational management account results and variances, enabling accurate financial insights.

• Comprehensive Records Management and Reporting
• Maintain, update, and organize records and reports related to profit and loss, tax obligations, liabilities, and assets. Thus ensuring easy access to critical financial information for decision-making purposes. Generate a range of financial reports that provide stakeholders with a comprehensive understanding of the company\'s financial standing.

• Proficiency in Financial Software and Standards
• Demonstrate expertise in using financial software such as NetSuite, Tipalti, Expensify, etc. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of both US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Indian Accounting Standards to ensure compliance with relevant regulations

• Commitment to Statutory and FCPA Compliance
• Ensure unwavering adherence to both statutory requirements and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA).

• Annual Audit Facilitation and Deadline Management
• Play a crucial role in annual statutory audits, ensuring timely completion and accurate reflection of financial data. Proactively manage quarterly and annual statutory deadlines, guaranteeing the submission of accurate and complete financial information.

• Continuous Improvement and Market Awareness
• Stay attuned to market trends, remaining open to innovative ideas and improvements that can elevate existing processes. This proactive approach ensures the ongoing enhancement of the finance function.

• Collaboration and Positive Rapport
• Enhance the overall Accounts Payable process experience ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow throughout the organization.

Requirements:

• Bachelor\'s degree in Accounting/Finance OR Certification with IFAC body members (e.g. ICAI/ACCA) would be advantageous
• Demonstrate 3-5 years of Indian accounting experience, preferably in multinational corporations, particularly within the accounting and/or SaaS/Software sector
• Showcase a strong command of "Indian Accounting Standards" and expertise in Tax and GST regulations.
• Display excellent communication skills, coupled with adeptness in problem-solving.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Adapt well to a dynamic, fast-paced work environment
• Highlight an exceptional commitment to maintaining high-quality standards across all deliverables
• Demonstrate a remarkable ability to communicate and collaborate with stakeholders spanning multiple geographical locations and time zones
• Be flexible with shift requirements, including a hybrid shift from 3 PM to 11 PM, subject to adjustments based on business exigencies

Augmedix is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of sex, gender identity, race, religious creed, color, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation including being transgender and/or any other protected bases.

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