About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Finance Controller to lead our Finance & Accounts division. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this critical leadership position takes ownership of financial reporting, tax strategy, regulatory governance, treasury management, and internal controls. You will serve as a pillar of financial excellence, ensuring that our operations comply with rigorous accounting standards while offering proactive financial insights to drive strategic business growth.
In this role, you will lead a dedicated finance team, championing operational efficiency, robust internal governance, and seamless audit execution. You will act as a key liaison across cross-functional teams, external auditors, regulatory agencies, and financial institutions, helping build an agile, scalable financial infrastructure tailored for sustained organizational success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage end-to-end accounting operations, monthly/quarterly/annual book closure, and accurate financial reporting in full alignment with IGAAP and Ind AS standards.
- Oversee statutory, tax, internal, and external audits, driving timely resolution of all audit queries and observations.
- Ensure comprehensive compliance across GST, TDS, corporate income tax, Companies Act provisions, and industry-specific statutory requirements.
- Establish, monitor, and enforce robust internal financial controls, governance frameworks, and standard accounting policies across the enterprise.
- Drive continuous process improvements, automation initiatives, and system enhancements to scale financial workflows effectively.
- Oversee treasury, banking operations, working capital management, cash flow forecasting, and multi-currency reconciliations.
- Analyze complex commercial contracts and strategic transactions to determine appropriate technical accounting treatments.
- Partner cross-functionally with Legal, Compliance, Risk, and Operations leadership to guide financial planning and commercial decision-making.
Required Qualifications & Skills:
- Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) qualification is mandatory.
- 12+ years of relevant post-qualification experience in leading finance and accounting functions.
- Proven hands-on mastery of IGAAP and Ind AS, encompassing complex financial statement preparation and disclosures.
- In-depth expertise in direct and indirect taxation, statutory audits, regulatory filings, and corporate compliance frameworks.
- Strong background in designing and testing internal financial controls, process optimization, and corporate governance.
- Advanced proficiency with enterprise ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and advanced MS Excel/financial modeling tools.
- Demonstrated leadership, stakeholder management, and interpersonal communication capabilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior leadership experience within the BFSI sector, large multinational corporations, or fast-growing enterprise environments.
- Experience leading digital finance transformations or migration of major ERP systems.
- Strong exposure to corporate finance, debt syndication, or capital structure management.
What We Offer / Benefits:
- Competitive executive compensation package with performance-linked incentives.
- Comprehensive health, medical, and wellness coverage for you and your family.
- Direct visibility with executive leadership and opportunities to influence organizational strategy.
- Generous paid time off, professional development sponsorship, and dynamic workplace culture.