Financial Controller - CA

Key Responsibilities :

- Oversee accounting operations (A/R, A/P, GL, billing, inventory, revenue recognition).

- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and monthly variance analysis.

- Ensure strong internal controls and compliance with UK GAAP/IFRS.

- Manage cash flow, treasury, and financial planning.

- Handle statutory filings (UK Companies House & India MCA).

- Oversee tax compliance including UK Corporation Tax (CT600), VAT (MTD), and India Income Tax, GST, TDS/TCS.

- Coordinate external audits and ensure regulatory compliance.

- Manage payroll compliance (UK PAYE/NI, India PF/ESI/PT).

Statutory & Tax Compliance (UK & India) :

- Annual Filings: Lead the preparation and timely submission of statutory accounts and annual returns to UK Companies House and the Indian Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA).

- Tax Management:

1. UK: Manage Corporation Tax (CT600) and VAT filings under Making Tax Digital (MTD) rules.

2. India: Oversee Income Tax, GST (returns and reconciliations), and strict monthly TDS/TCS compliance.

- Audit & Standards: Serve as the primary contact for external auditors, ensuring financial statements comply with UK GAAP/IFRS and Ind AS (Indian GAAP).

- Payroll & Levies: Ensure accurate compliance with UK PAYE/NI and Indian PF/ESI/PT regulations.

Requirements :

- Bachelors in Accounting/Finance; CA/CPA/CMA preferred.

- 7+ years experience, including 2+ years in a controller role.

- Strong knowledge of financial reporting and consolidation.

- Experience with Xero and advanced Excel skill.