Job Description: Finance Controller (India Entity)

Position: Finance Controller India

Location: Mumbai

Reporting To: CFO / Group Finance Head

Function: Finance & Accounts

Role Purpose:

The Finance Controller will be responsible for overseeing the complete finance, accounting, compliance, taxation, treasury, internal controls, and financial reporting functions of the Indian entity. The role will partner closely with business leadership to ensure financial discipline, regulatory compliance, accurate reporting, and support strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Accounting & Reporting:

- Lead and manage the end-to-end accounting function for the Indian entity.

- Ensure timely preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages for consolidation into the Parent Company's consolidated financial statements.

- Coordinate with Group Finance and Corporate Reporting teams to ensure compliance with group accounting policies, reporting formats, and timelines.

- Prepare and reconcile consolidation schedules, inter-company balances, related party transactions, and supporting disclosures.

- Provide accurate financial data, notes, schedules, and management explanations required for quarterly and annual consolidation and reporting to the listed parent entity.

- Support the Parent Company's statutory reporting, board reporting, investor reporting, and audit requirements by providing timely financial information and analysis.

- Ensure alignment of local books with Group reporting requirements and facilitate smooth consolidation under applicable accounting standards.

- Act as the primary finance liaison between the Indian entity and the Parent Company's finance, audit, and compliance teams.

- Prepare financial statements in compliance with Ind AS and applicable statutory requirements.

- Review journal entries, reconciliations, provisions, accruals, and balance sheet schedules.

- Coordinate with external auditors and ensure timely completion of statutory audits.

Management Reporting & Business Finance:

- Prepare monthly management reports, MIS, and variance analysis.

- Monitor business performance against budgets and forecasts.

- Provide insights on profitability, margins, working capital, and key financial metrics.

- Support leadership with financial analysis for strategic and operational decisions.

- Develop dashboards and performance reporting mechanisms.

Budgeting & Forecasting:

- Lead the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasting exercises.

- Work with business stakeholders to develop realistic budgets and operating plans.

- Monitor budget utilization and highlight deviations with actionable recommendations.

Taxation & Regulatory Compliance:

- Oversee direct and indirect tax compliance including Income Tax, GST, TDS, and other statutory requirements.

- Ensure timely filing of returns and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

- Coordinate with tax consultants and manage tax assessments, audits, and notices.

- Monitor changes in regulatory requirements and assess business impact.

Internal Controls & Risk Management:

- Establish and strengthen financial controls, policies, and governance frameworks.

- Ensure compliance with internal control requirements and audit recommendations.

- Drive process improvements and automation initiatives.

- Identify financial and operational risks and implement mitigation measures.

Treasury & Working Capital Management:

- Manage cash flow planning and liquidity requirements.

- Monitor working capital, receivables, payables, and inventory controls.

- Oversee banking relationships, fund management, and treasury operations.

- Ensure optimal utilization of financial resources.

Stakeholder Management:

- Act as the primary finance partner for business leaders in India.

- Liaise with auditors, bankers, consultants, regulatory authorities, and group finance teams.

- Support board, management, and investor reporting requirements as needed.

Team Leadership:

- Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team.

- Drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

- Establish clear KPIs and development plans for team members.

Desired Qualifications:

- Chartered Accountant (CA) Mandatory.

Experience:

- 1012+ years of progressive experience in finance and accounting.

- Minimum 23 years in a Finance Controller, Financial Reporting, or senior finance leadership role.

- Experience with technology, trading, or listed company environments preferred.

- Strong exposure to statutory audits, taxation, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls.

Key Skills & Competencies:

- Strong knowledge of Ind AS, Companies Act, GST, Income Tax, and financial reporting requirements.

- Advanced financial analysis and business partnering capabilities.

- Experience with ERP system-SAP.

- Strong Excel and financial modelling skills.

- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

- High attention to detail with strong problem-solving capabilities.

- Ability to work in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Success Measures:

- Timely and accurate financial reporting.

- Zero major compliance lapses.

- Effective cash flow and working capital management.

- Strong audit outcomes and internal control environment.

- Improved business profitability insights and decision support.

- Successful finance team development and process optimization.