Finance Controller - CA

Job Title: Finance Controller

Location: Bhandup, Mumbai

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Department: Finance & Accounts

Position Overview:

The Corporate Finance Controller will play a critical leadership role in preparing the organization for a successful Initial Public Offering (IPO). This position will oversee all accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and audit readiness while driving improvements in financial governance, transparency, and compliance with public company standards (Ind AS/IFRS/US GAAP as applicable). The role requires a strategic finance leader who can build scalable systems, ensure audit readiness, and partner with the CFO to strengthen the company's financial infrastructure and credibility with investors, regulators, and auditors.

Key Responsibilities:

1. IPO Readiness & Financial Governance

- Lead all finance and accounting workstreams related to IPO readiness.

- Ensure financial statements meet regulatory and investor-grade reporting standards (SEBI, ROC, Ind AS/IFRS, etc.).

- Partner with external advisors (investment bankers, auditors, legal, and consultants) for due diligence and prospectus preparation.

- Establish internal processes for quarterly and annual financial reporting aligned with public company timelines.

- Prepare documentation and disclosures required for the Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP).

2. Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting

- Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.

- Manage the consolidation of multiple entities, subsidiaries, and joint ventures.

- Ensure compliance with Ind AS/IFRS, Companies Act, and other applicable standards.

- Implement and maintain robust accounting policies and procedures.

- Drive automation and ERP improvements for efficient reporting and analytics.

3. Internal Controls & Audit

- Strengthen internal control framework in line with SOX-like readiness for post-IPO compliance.

- Liaise with internal and statutory auditors, ensuring smooth and timely audits.

- Identify process gaps and implement risk mitigation measures.

4. Taxation, Treasury & Compliance

- Oversee direct and indirect tax compliance, transfer pricing, and assessments.

- Support treasury operations, cash flow management, and working capital optimization.

- Ensure compliance with SEBI, MCA, and stock exchange requirements pre- and post-listing.

5. Leadership & Team Development

- Build and lead a high-performing accounting and financial reporting team.

- Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

- Partner cross-functionally with FP&A, Legal, HR, and Operations for end-to-end financial governance.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Chartered Accountant (CA) is mandatory.

- 12-18 years of progressive experience in accounting, financial reporting, and controls, with exposure to IPOs.

- Deep understanding of Ind AS, Companies Act, SEBI regulations, and public company financial reporting standards.

- Proven experience in leading audits, due diligence, and financial governance transformation.

- Experience implementing ERP and reporting systems (SAP/Oracle/NetSuite preferred).

- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Key Competencies:

- Strategic thinking with hands-on execution capability.

- Integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.

- Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Excellent communication and presentation skills for board, investors, and regulators.

Performance Metrics:

- Timely and accurate completion of financial closings and audits.

- IPO readiness milestones achieved on schedule.

- Clean audit opinions and regulatory compliance.

- Implementation of strong internal controls and governance framework.

- Team capability building and retention.