Finance Controller – CA

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Accounting & Reporting:

– Lead and manage the end-to-end accounting function for the Indian entity.

– Ensure timely preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages for consolidation into the Parent Company’s consolidated financial statements.

– Coordinate with Group Finance and Corporate Reporting teams to ensure compliance with group accounting policies, reporting formats, and timelines.

– Prepare and reconcile consolidation schedules, inter-company balances, related party transactions, and supporting disclosures.

– Provide accurate financial data, notes, schedules, and management explanations required for quarterly and annual consolidation and reporting to the listed parent entity.

– Support the Parent Company’s statutory reporting, board reporting, investor reporting, and audit requirements by providing timely financial information and analysis.

– Ensure alignment of local books with Group reporting requirements and facilitate smooth consolidation under applicable accounting standards.

– Act as the primary finance liaison between the Indian entity and the Parent Company’s finance, audit, and compliance teams.

– Prepare financial statements in compliance with Ind AS and applicable statutory requirements.

– Review journal entries, reconciliations, provisions, accruals, and balance sheet schedules.

– Coordinate with external auditors and ensure timely completion of statutory audits.

Management Reporting & Business Finance:

– Prepare monthly management reports, MIS, and variance analysis.

– Monitor business performance against budgets and forecasts.

– Provide insights on profitability, margins, working capital, and key financial metrics.

– Support leadership with financial analysis for strategic and operational decisions.

– Develop dashboards and performance reporting mechanisms.

Budgeting & Forecasting:

– Lead the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasting exercises.

– Work with business stakeholders to develop realistic budgets and operating plans.

– Monitor budget utilization and highlight deviations with actionable recommendations.

Taxation & Regulatory Compliance:

– Oversee direct and indirect tax compliance including Income Tax, GST, TDS, and other statutory requirements.

– Ensure timely filing of returns and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

– Coordinate with tax consultants and manage tax assessments, audits, and notices.

– Monitor changes in regulatory requirements and assess business impact.

Internal Controls & Risk Management:

– Establish and strengthen financial controls, policies, and governance frameworks.

– Ensure compliance with internal control requirements and audit recommendations.

– Drive process improvements and automation initiatives.

– Identify financial and operational risks and implement mitigation measures.

Treasury & Working Capital Management:

– Manage cash flow planning and liquidity requirements.

– Monitor working capital, receivables, payables, and inventory controls.

– Oversee banking relationships, fund management, and treasury operations.

– Ensure optimal utilization of financial resources.

Stakeholder Management:

– Act as the primary finance partner for business leaders in India.

– Liaise with auditors, bankers, consultants, regulatory authorities, and group finance teams.

– Support board, management, and investor reporting requirements as needed.

Team Leadership:

– Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team.

– Drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

– Establish clear KPIs and development plans for team members.

Desired Qualifications:

– Chartered Accountant (CA) Mandatory.

Experience:

– 10-12+ years of progressive experience in finance and accounting.

– Minimum 2-3 years in a Finance Controller, Financial Reporting, or senior finance leadership role.

– Experience with technology, trading, or listed company environments preferred.

– Strong exposure to statutory audits, taxation, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls.

Key Skills & Competencies:

– Strong knowledge of Ind AS, Companies Act, GST, Income Tax, and financial reporting requirements.

– Advanced financial analysis and business partnering capabilities.

– Experience with ERP system-SAP.

– Strong Excel and financial modelling skills.

– Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

– High attention to detail with strong problem-solving capabilities.

– Ability to work in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Success Measures:

– Timely and accurate financial reporting.

– Zero major compliance lapses.

– Effective cash flow and working capital management.

– Strong audit outcomes and internal control environment.

– Improved business profitability insights and decision support.

– Successful finance team development and process optimization.