Financial Controller

Description:

Finance Controller. Finance Full Time.

Location:

Bengaluru.

Experience 5-7 years.

Position Overview:

The Finance Controller will be responsible for overseeing the companys financial reporting, accounting operations, compliance, and internal controls. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate financial close, strong governance, and scalable finance processes aligned with both I-GAAP and US GAAP requirements. The ideal candidate is a hands-on Chartered Accountant with startup or IT/HealthTech experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to partner closely with business and leadership teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Close & Reporting:

Responsible for monthly, quarterly, and annual close of books, including preparation of:

- MIS.

- Profit & Loss statements.

- Cash flow statements.

- Circulate financial reports to management and investors on a timely basis.

- Prepare and review variance analysis (monthly, quarterly, and annual) and support management discussions.

Balance Sheet & Accounting Controls:

- Responsible for monthly balance sheet schedules, including GL to Sub-GL reconciliation with proper ageing.

Review and monitor accounting controls related to:

- Assets and liabilities.

- Income and expense recognition.

- Ledger scrutiny and reconciliations.

- Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.

Financial Statements & Compliance:

Responsible for closure of:

- Standalone financial statements.

- Subsidiary financial statements.

- Consolidated financial statements in accordance with I-GAAP and US GAAP for limited reviews and annual audits.

Handle compliances under:

- Companies Act, 2013.

- SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.

- Ensure adherence to ICFR (Internal Controls over Financial Reporting).

Audit & Statutory Coordination:

- Liaise with statutory, internal, and tax auditors for timely completion of audits.

- Address audit queries and ensure proper documentation and closure.

Accounting Operations Oversight:

Oversee and review end-to-end accounting operations including:

- Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.

- Revenue accounting.

- Receipts and bank reconciliations.

- Customer and vendor reconciliations.

- GST, TDS, and statutory compliances.

- Fixed assets accounting.

- Inter-company transactions.

- Ensure bookkeeping accuracy while supervising the accounting team.

Business Partnering & Process Improvement:

Publish and maintain management dashboards, including:

- Ageing reports.

- Provisions and old balances.

- Revenue growth analysis.

- Cash flow trends.

- Act as Finance SPOC for business teams, providing guidance on finance processes and transactions.

- Suggest appropriate accounting treatment for new business transactions in line with applicable accounting standards.

- Drive process standardization, automation, and scalability of finance operations.

- Strengthen internal controls and reduce manual dependencies.

Requirements:

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Data-driven decision-making mindset.

- Solid business acumen to understand operational and commercial drivers.

- Entrepreneurial attitude with a strong sense of ownership.

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

- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications:

- Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent qualifications with ~7 years of experience in Controllership or similar roles.

- Prior experience in the IT / SaaS / HealthTech / Startup environment preferred.

- Big 4 or US Healthcare experience is a strong advantage.

- Strong working knowledge of I-GAAP; US GAAP experience is mandatory or highly preferred.