Zoho Developer

About the Role

We are setting up a new Zoho Development & Automation Department to build internal systems, automate compliance workflows, and create custom financial-tech applications used by our Chartered Accountancy, Compliance, Audit, and Reporting teams.
We are looking for a Zoho Developer with strong app-building capabilities in Zoho Creator, a deep understanding of Zoho ecosystem integrations, and working knowledge of APIs, automation, and workflow design. You will work directly with in-house experts- Chartered Accountants, Internal Auditors, and Compliance Specialists - who will provide product descriptions, process flows, and user stories. You will be responsible for converting these into functional, scalable software solutions.

This is an on-site / in-office role; remote work is not preferred.

Key Responsibilities
1. Zoho Creator Application Development

*Build end-to-end applications in Zoho Creator using Deluge, client scripts, workflows, blueprints, and custom forms.
* Create data models, relationships, dashboards, reports, and approval
workflows.
* Convert CA-team user stories into functional Creator modules.
2. Zoho CRM Customisation

* Custom modules, page layouts, validation rules, and conditional field updates.
* Blueprint design, workflow rules, automation triggers, webhooks.
* Write and maintain Deluge scripts for advanced CRM logic.

3. API Integrations & External App Connectivity

*Build and manage integrations between Zoho apps and external services (e.g., Shopify, HubSpot, payment portals, or custom APIs).
*Set up REST API calls, authentication, data push/pull, syncing, and webhook listeners.
* Troubleshoot and optimise integrations for reliability.

4. Cross-Zoho Application Linkages

* Link Zoho Creator - CRM - Books - Inventory - Campaigns.

* Create unified workflows across modules
(e.g., CRM - Creator records, Creator - Campaigns sync, CRM - Shopify sync as seen in candidate resume).

5. Business Process Automation

Map company processes to Zoho Flow or built-in automation tools.
Automate notifications, approvals, data movement, and task creation.
Implement rule-based triggers aligned with CA workflows (Accounting, Internal Audit, Compliance, etc.)

6. Reporting & Dashboarding

*Build analytics dashboards in Zoho Analytics using filters, KPIs, and time-based metrics.
* Support CA teams by generating automated MIS and compliance status dashboards, and audit process views.

7. Technical Documentation & Collaboration

* Convert functional requirements into technical specs.
* Prepare documentation for processes, APIs, data flows, and new feature rollouts.
* Collaborate closely with finance, audit, and compliance SMEs.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical Skills
* 3+ years hands-on experience in Zoho Platform (CRM, Creator, Books, Inventory, Campaigns, Analytics).
* Strong knowledge of Deluge, HTML/CSS, and client-side scripting.
* Experience with REST APIs, authentication methods, and JSON/XML data formats.
* Proven experience integrating Zoho with external applications (Shopify, HubSpot, etc.)
* Comfort working with relational data models and Creator form logic.
*Ability to create robust workflows and error-handled scripts.

Domain Adaptability
* Ability to understand processes related to accounting, internal audits, tax,compliance, and reporting.
* Convert CA-team user stories into structured modules and workflows.

Professional Skills
* Strong communication skills - English preferred.
* Analytical mindset with structured debugging approach.
* Ownership mindset with the ability to initiate and run a newly formed
department.

Preferred Experience
Based on the resume studied, ideal candidates should have experience such as:
* CRM - Shopify integrations
* Zoho Creator - Zoho Campaigns syncing
* CRM - HubSpot integrations
* Building Creator apps like Library Management or operations-heavy internal tools
* CRM module customisation + advanced automation rules
* Blueprint logic, page layouts, and client scripting
* Zoho Analytics dashboard creation and data import functions

Role Expectations (First 6 Months)

* Build the first set of internal custom apps for CA and internal audit workflows.
* Set up standardised automations for monthly/quarterly compliance cycles.
* Integrate Zoho ecosystem and external systems (where applicable).
* Create MIS dashboards for leadership and compliance teams.
* Establish documentation, SOPs, coding standards, and deployment guidelines for the new department.