Financial Controller

Academic qualification: Must be a CA

Company: A global consulting firm headquartered in US, with operations in 10 different locations

Background:

- As the Corporate Controller for an Indian operating subsidiary, reporting into a US parent company, this is a role for a seasoned accounting professional, who has a proven track record in the senior Finance role for a global organization. As a member of the executive management team, responsibilities include ownership of the budget/forecasting process, all aspects of the Finance and Accounting functions, the corporate control environment and all reporting for the organization. In addition, the role also has responsibility for the operational audit, facilities and admin functions. Responsibilities would also include generating insights based on financial data, financial planning and analysis, control and regulatory, reporting based on GAAP, report back in US based on iGAAP,

Key Accountabilities & Deliverables:

- Annual Budget and Quarterly forecasting processes and provision of financial support to the executive management team.

- Monthly and half yearly account closures and preparation of a monthly reporting package covering all aspects of financial and operational performance.

- Supervision of the day to day activities of the accounting function, including, but not limited to, general ledger, purchasing, A/P, A/R, royalties and payroll.

- Maintenance of the control framework around the accounting systems and preparation of the financial statements and ensure adherence to all Group accounting and governance policies.

- Insurance, treasury and Indian tax compliance, including international transfer pricing arrangements

- Liaison with the auditors and management of the interim and yearend audit processes.

- Supervision and development of the accounting and facilities teams.

- Management of two facilities in Noida and South Delhi, accommodating 400+ employees, and supervision of the facilities team.

- Manage function responsible for process & SLA audits in compliance with ISO 27001 to ensure operational excellence.

Experience Required:

- Chartered Accountant with a minimum of 15 years relevant accounting/finance and 10 years management experience. Recent experience will include international IT services companies.

- Excellent managerial, reporting and communication skills are essential.

- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

- Excellent verbal/written communication, analytical, and organizational skills are essential.

- Strong technical accounting background. Familiarity with International GAAP (IFRS) preferred

- Experience in process audit and operational excellence is desirable.

- Knowledge of Oracle preferred.

- Flexibility to work in different time zones and willingness to travel internationally.