ABOUT THE JOB
About Us
Finance in a Box is an accounting and financial consulting firm based in California, USA. We provide outsourced CFO/Controller services to companies around the world. In addition, we assist companies with building accounting teams.
Job-Overview
Job Title: Compliance Officer – GIFT City
Job Location: Onsite
Job Shift: US EST Shift (5.30 pm–2.30 am, IST)
We are looking for a detail-oriented and motivated Compliance Officer (CO) to support and assist in the execution of the compliance framework for our operations within GIFT City. Working closely with the Principal Compliance Officer, the ideal candidate will have a good understanding of IFSCA regulations, financial services compliance, FEMA/RBI guidelines, and operational governance, combined with a working knowledge of accounting and finance processes.
We encourage professionals who can translate compliance requirements into day-to-day operational practices and contribute meaningfully within a fast-growing organization.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Support the Principal Compliance Officer in managing and executing the day-to-day compliance operations for the organization’s GIFT City entity.
- Assist in ensuring adherence to IFSCA regulations, FEMA guidelines, RBI requirements, and other applicable regulatory frameworks.
- Prepare, maintain, and update internal compliance policies, SOPs, compliance calendars, and governance documentation.
- Assist in liaising with regulatory authorities, consultants, auditors, and legal advisors for routine filings, approvals, and compliance submissions.
- Coordinate with accounting and finance teams to support regulatory alignment of financial operations, reconciliations, and reporting activities.
- Review and monitor financial transactions and operational workflows for compliance and risk issues, escalating findings to the PCO as appropriate.
- Assist in the implementation and day-to-day monitoring of AML, KYC, Anti-Bribery, and Risk Management procedures.
- Maintain compliance registers, trackers, and records to ensure timely completion of all regulatory obligations.
- Prepare compliance reports, summaries, and regulatory updates for review by senior management.
- Stay updated with changes in IFSCA, RBI, FEMA, SEBI, and other applicable financial regulatory frameworks and communicate relevant updates internally.
- Assist in preparing for internal and external audits by collating documents, responding to queries, and maintaining organized compliance records.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Commerce, Finance, Accounting, Law, or a related field.
- Professional qualifications such as CA (Inter/Final), CS, LLB, CAMS, or equivalent certifications are preferred.
- 3–5 years of experience in compliance, regulatory operations, finance, or accounting within financial services environments.
- Working knowledge of IFSCA regulations, GIFT City operational requirements, FEMA, RBI, AML/KYC, and corporate governance practices.
- Good understanding of accounting principles, financial statements, reconciliations, and audit processes.
- Experience supporting coordination with auditors, regulators, consultants, and external stakeholders.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
- Strong analytical, documentation, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and operate in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Experience with ERP/accounting systems and compliance documentation tools is an added advantage.
Benefits
• Financial : Provident Fund
• Work-Life Balance : Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Incentives : Leave encashment
• Health : Health Care & Dependent Care
If you are interested in a position with growth potential, kindly send your current CV/resume to careers@financeinabox.com along with your current & expected salary & notice period. Competitive compensation and advancement opportunities await!
Looking forward to hearing from you.
