Cold Calling

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL BE SOMEONE WHO IS HANDLING A (MIN) TOPLINE OF 100CR+

SOME MUST HAVEs

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Technology, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field from a premier institution (e.g., IITs, IIMs, ISB preferred) is advantageous, though exceptional track records will be considered.

Professional Experience: 15+ Years of Leadership experience with at least 5 years in P&L role. Significant executive experience in e-commerce, enterprise technology, or industrial distribution, with a proven record of scaling businesses and driving profitability.

Enterprise & Strategic Sales: Demonstrable success in building C-suite relationships, managing complex B2B sales cycles, and executing strategic account management.

Investor & Board Interaction: Experience in managing investor relations, fundraising, and engaging with board-level stakeholders.

Experience:

Minimum 15+ years of leadership experience with at least 5 years in P&L roles.

Industry: Looking for candidates from B2B platforms, enterprise technology, or industrial distribution sectors only

Education: Candidates from premier institutions are preferred but not mandatory if offset by an exceptional track record.

 Role Description

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will be the strategic architect and public face of Shakedeal, responsible for driving exponential growth, operational excellence, and market expansion. 

The ideal leader will have deep expertise in e-commerce, enterprise technology, or industrial distribution, with a strong track record in scaling high-growth organizations and building C-suite relationships in large enterprises. 

This role demands a performance-driven yet innovative leader who can cultivate an entrepreneurial culture and attract top talent in a competitive market.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree Commerce background / MBA Finance (mandatory).
• 3+ years of hands-on implementation/project management experience
• Proven experience delivering projects in Fintech, SaaS, or ERP environments
• Strong expertise in accounting principles, R2R (Record-to-Report), treasury, and financial workflows.
• Hands-on SQL experience, including the ability to write and debug complex queries (joins, CTEs, subqueries)
• Experience working with ETL pipelines or data migration processes
• Proficiency in tools like Jira, Confluence, Excel, and project tracking systems
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and drive client success

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience implementing financial automation tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Anaplan, Blackline)
• Familiarity with API integrations and basic data mapping
• Experience in agile/scrum-based implementation environments
• Exposure to reconciliation, book closure, AR/AP, and reporting systems
• PMP, CSM, or similar certifications

We are looking for a motivated and results-driven Outbound Sales Executive to join our team. The ideal must have experience in lead generation, social media outreach and a strong ability to meet and exceed sales targets.

Key Responsibilities -

• Conduct outbound calls, messages and emails to generate and qualify leads.
• Use platforms like LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, etc. for outreach
• Convert leads into potential customers through effective pitching and follow-ups.
• Consistently meet or exceed monthly sales targets and KPIs.
• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and sales activity using CRM tools.

Requirements-

• 1-3 years of experience in outbound sales or business development.
• Proven experience in lead generation and target achievement.
• Strong knowledge of using social media for outreach and lead nurturing.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Experience with CRM tools is a plus

Permanent Work from Home

5 Days working, Sat-Sun off

About us:

At Astra Security, we're not just a team; we're innovators, protectors, and storytellers.

As a U.S. & India based powerhouse, we proudly offer a state-of-the-art Pentest Platform that mimics hacker behaviour. We're not just about finding vulnerabilities; we've discovered 100,000+ of them for our clients! And guess what? We defend against over a million threats daily. 

Our accolades speak for our excellence—from being recognized as ‘The Most Innovative Security Company’ by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to bagging the CyberTech100 title in 2021.

Why Join Us?

Because words are magical, and here at Astra, we believe they can make the digital world safer.

We're on a thrilling journey, and we need You, who can translate intricate technical tales into captivating content. Ready to embark on this cyber-adventure?

Your Mission (If You Choose to Accept):

• Craft content that bridges the gap between tech buffs and novices—think blog posts, white papers, and landing pages.
• Play a pivotal role in content management and project coordination.
• Guide and inspire budding writers on our team.
• Join forces with SEO, development, and design maestros to produce stellar content.
• Ensure every word we publish is a masterpiece—optimised, insightful, and valuable.
• Work with the marketing and frontend developer on the feedback shared and amend design changes.
• Work & come up with design guidelines for the brand

Requirements:

• 4+ years in content writing, especially in SaaS or content marketing realms.
• A flair for SEO and a penchant for NLP.
• The ability to decode complex tech puzzles and pen them down with finesse.
• Organizational prowess, self-driven spirit, and an eagle-eyed attention to detail.
• Prior experience of content marketing would be a big plus. 
• A sprinkle of experience in the cybersecurity world would be the cherry on top!
• Bonus: Familiarity with WordPress/Webflow CMS.

Benefits of joining the Astra Squad:

• Embrace the cosy remote work lifestyle.
• Feel the startup adrenaline pumping through your veins.
• Your brilliance showcased to thousands of eager readers and users.
• Revel in our open, growth-centric ambiance; it's like a digital playground.
• Dive deep into the captivating world of cybersecurity.
• And yes, get ready for some unforgettable workcations—think Chikmagalur & Jim Corbett. 

Are you passionate about crafting seamless and visually appealing websites?

We’re seeking a skilled WordPress Front-end Developer to join our team and elevate our online presence.

As a WordPress Frontend Developer, you’ll play a crucial role in transforming designs into fully functional, responsive, and captivating websites using Elementor and custom themes. Your proficiency in HTML and CSS will be essential for creating stunning front-end experiences. If you’re also familiar with WordPress theme and plugin development, that’s a significant advantage that we highly value.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with our design team to convert visual concepts into interactive and user-friendly websites.
• Utilize Elementor to build and customize page layouts, ensuring consistency and responsiveness across various devices.
• Develop custom WordPress themes that align with project requirements, user experience goals, and brand aesthetics.
• Implement engaging animations, transitions, and interactive elements to enhance user engagement and visual appeal.
• Optimize website performance, ensuring fast load times and smooth user interactions.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest web design and development trends, implementing best practices for modern user experiences.
• Troubleshoot and debug frontend issues to maintain a seamless browsing experience.
• If knowledgeable in WordPress plugin development, contribute to the creation of custom plugins that extend website functionality.

What You Need To Apply (Technical Competency) :

• Minimum 2 years experience in WordPress.
• Strong proficiency in HTML and CSS to create pixel-perfect front-end designs.
• Demonstrated expertise in using Elementor to design and build WordPress pages.
• Proven experience in developing custom WordPress themes from scratch.
• A portfolio showcasing your previous website projects, highlighting your front-end development skills.
• Familiarity with responsive design principles to ensure optimal performance across various devices and screen sizes.
• Excellent attention to detail and a keen eye for design aesthetics.
• Effective problem-solving skills to address front-end issues efficiently.
• Strong communication skills, and ability to collaborate with designers, developers, and other team members.
• Knowledge of JavaScript and its libraries/frameworks is a plus.
• Understanding WordPress plugin development is a significant advantage.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

If you have it all in you, we are happy to have you with us!

We will be even happier if you have:

• Proficiency in PHP
• Being an open-source contributor;
• Ability to discover functional and non-functional requirements of an app, based on various levels of inputs from clients.
• Ability to transform customer ideas into business models and scope understandable by technical experts.
• Having excellent stakeholder management and client-facing skills.

The responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

Financial Reporting: You will be providing timely and accurate financial reporting to management together with strategic insights on the company s financial position. 

Accounting Systems and Processes - Understanding requirements, identifying, evaluating and implementing the most suitable accounting system/ tools needed to support the accounting needs of the organization

Implementing best in class accounting practices and Internal Control procedures considering:

• Accounts Payables - Purchase to Procurement Cycle & Policies, SOPs and SLAs
• Accounts Receivables - Billing Processes and Systems to raise timely invoices and perform ageing analysis
• Revenue and Cash Reconciliations and suggesting and implementing SOPs and SLAs

Financial Closure - Ensure timely and accurate monthly closures. Consistent analyzing of financial data and presenting financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements; monitor progress, changes and keep senior leadership abreast of the financial status;

Audit - Ensure timely year end financial closures – Statutory, Tax and IFC. Handle end to end audit process and ensure timely completion of audits

Compliances and knowledge - Understand the applicability and ensure compliance with all the relevant statutes impacting the company. Keep abreast with all regulations impacting the companies accounting, compliance and reporting requirements as well as those impacting the company’s operations. Understanding of Income Tax, GST, imports and exports, FDI Regulation, Companies Act, and other tax regulations

Automation - Identify and implement processes to automate all routine repetitive tasks.

Assisting leadership in the annual budgeting and planning process; administering and reviewing all financial plans and comparing to actual results with a view to identifying, explaining and correcting variances as appropriate;  

 Leveraging strengths of the finance team members; providing clarity on the roles and responsibilities; developing and implementing training programmes to maximize and help them reach optimal individual and organizational goals; 

1. Develop and execute a comprehensive marketing strategy that includes brand positioning, product positioning, and go-to-market plans.
2. Increase brand awareness and drive demand for our products through a variety of channels, including digital marketing, social media and events.
3. Collaborate with the product and sales teams to develop and execute campaigns that drive conversion and generate leads
4. Analyze market trends and customer data to inform marketing decisions and optimize performance
5. Work closely with the senior leaders to align marketing efforts with overall company goals and objectives.
6. Collaborate with internal teams to create landing pages and optimize user experience.
7. Utilize strong analytical ability to evaluate end to end customer experience across multiple channels and customer touch points
8. Strong analytical skills and data-driven thinking.
9. Coordinating for website development
10. Coordinating for E-newsletters design
11. Providing inputs and ideas into marketing enterprises and subsequently promote them and monitor response