Financial Controller – CA

Designation: Financial Controller

What will you create and do?

We are looking for a Financial Controller to lead the accounting and compliance function for a growth-stage SaaS company. This role is responsible for ensuring accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial information, while building strong processes and controls to support scale.

This is a hands-on role requiring strong accounting fundamentals, attention to detail, and a process-driven mindset.

What will qualify you for this role?

Must-Have:

– Qualified CA with 6 – 7 years of post-qualification experience

– Strong experience in corporate accounting roles

– Proven track record of closing books independently, financial reporting, reconciliations and balance sheet reviews, and handling end-to-end compliances

– Experience managing small teams

Key Traits:

– Strong accounting fundamentals

– Highly detail-oriented with a zero-compromise mindset on accuracy

– Process-driven with the ability to build and enforce systems

– High ownership and work ethic

Preferred:

– Experience in a SaaS or technology company

– Exposure to automation and system-driven accounting environments

– Experience working with tools like Zoho or similar accounting systems

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Accounting & Close:

– Own the end-to-end monthly, quarterly, and annual close process

– Ensure timely and accurate book closure

– Maintain a clean and scalable chart of accounts

– Drive discipline in accounting entries, documentation, and audit trails

Financial Reporting:

– Prepare accurate financial statements and management reports

– Ensure sufficient granularity and correctness of data to support decision-making

– Continuously improve the quality and usability of financial reporting

Balance Sheet & Reconciliations:

– Lead balance sheet reviews and clean-up initiatives

– Ensure all accounts are fully reconciled with proper supporting

– Drive closure of long-pending items and inconsistencies

Controls & Processes:

– Build and enforce strong financial controls and governance

– Establish robust accounting processes and SOPs

– Ensure data integrity across systems (Zoho and related tools)

– Identify and implement automation opportunities

Compliance & Taxation:

– Own all statutory and tax compliances, including GST, income tax, and other applicable regulations

– Ensure timely filings, accuracy, and audit readiness

– Manage statutory audits and liaise with external advisors

Team Management:

– Lead and manage a team of 3 – 4 members

– Drive a culture of accountability, attention to detail, and process discipline

– Mentor and upskill team members