Finance Controller - India

Location : Hyderabad, Telangana

Reports to : CFO

Department : Finance & Accounts

Position Overview:

- The Finance Controller for India will be responsible for overseeing all financial activities for the Indian entity, ensuring compliance with Indian accounting standards, statutory requirements, and group reporting guidelines.

- This role will provide strategic financial leadership, manage budgets, monitor performance, and ensure strong internal controls to support business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management & Reporting

- Oversee day-to-day finance operations, including accounting, treasury, tax, and compliance.

- Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with Indian GAAP / Ind AS and corporate policies.

- Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to HQ.

- Manage year-end audit process with statutory and internal auditors.

- Support consolidation and group reporting under IFRS/US GAAP (if applicable).

Budgeting & Forecasting:

- Lead annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.

- Analyze variances between actual performance and budget; recommend corrective actions.

- Provide financial insights to support strategic business decisions.

Compliance & Taxation:

- Ensure compliance with Income Tax, GST, TDS, Companies Act, and other Indian statutory requirements.

- Liaise with external consultants and government authorities for filings and assessments.

- Stay updated on changes in financial regulations and adapt processes accordingly.

Internal Controls & Process Improvement:

- Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal control systems.

- Drive process improvements in accounting, reporting, and compliance areas.

- Safeguard company assets through risk management practices.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management:

- Monitor and manage working capital, cash flow, and banking relationships.

- Optimize fund allocation and investment decisions in line with company policy.

Team Leadership:

- Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team.

- Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and ethical practices.

Qualifications & Experience

- Education: Chartered Accountant (CA) mandatory; CPA/CMA/MBA Finance is a plus.

- Experience: 8-15 years in finance, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership/controllership role.

- Strong knowledge of Ind AS, Indian statutory compliance, taxation laws, IFRS.

- Experience in multinational company setups preferred.

- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Netsuite, etc.) and MS Excel.

Key Skills:

- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

- High integrity and ethical standards.

- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

KPIs / Success Metrics:

- Timely and accurate statutory and group reporting.

- Zero non-compliance in audits and statutory requirements.

- Improved cash flow and working capital efficiency.

- Process improvements and cost optimizations achieved.