Finance Controller - CA

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Finance Controller with a Chartered Accountancy background and significant experience in the automobile manufacturing sector.

The role demands hands-on leadership to oversee financial planning, plant accounting, costing, compliance, and financial risk management while supporting business growth and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

- Oversee timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with Ind-AS and statutory requirements

- Drive annual budgeting, forecasting, and periodic re-forecasts aligned with business plans

- Analyze financial data to provide actionable insights to senior management

Plant Finance & Costing

- Conduct product cost analysis, variance analysis, and process costing to drive profitability

- Collaborate with production and supply chain to optimize material costs and manage scrap/wastage

Internal Controls & Compliance

- Establish and maintain robust internal controls across multiple plant locations

- Ensure compliance with statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements (direct and indirect taxes, GST, customs duty, etc.)

- Coordinate statutory audits, internal audits, and government inspections

Working Capital & Treasury Management

- Monitor working capital, optimize inventory levels, and manage receivables/payables

- Manage banking relationships, cash flow forecasting, and treasury functions to ensure liquidity

Business Partnering

- Support cost-reduction and efficiency initiatives within the plant

- Participate in capital investment evaluations (capex proposals, ROI analysis)

Leadership & Team Development

- Promote a culture of ownership, continuous improvement, and compliance

Required Skills & Competencies:

- Strong understanding of accounting standards and manufacturing finance practices

- In-depth knowledge of cost accounting, standard costing, and variance analysis in an automobile/auto-components manufacturing environment

- Strong command of statutory compliance, including GST, TDS, excise/customs, and other relevant tax laws

- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or other manufacturing ERPs)

- Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and team-building skills

- Strong analytical mindset, problem-solving skills, and business acumen

Preferred:

- Experience in implementing or upgrading ERP systems in a plant setting

- Knowledge of global reporting standards (IFRS)

- Ability to work in a multi-plant, high-volume production environment