Financial Controller - IT

Description:

About the job:

Job Title: Finance Controller

Location: Mumbai, India

Experience: 6-10 Years

Employment Type: Full-time

Department: Finance

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Finance Controller to manage ZingHRs financial operations. The Finance Controller will oversee financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, and internal controls for ZingHRs operations. The ideal candidate should have a solid grounding in accounting principles, a strong understanding of SaaS-based financial models, and hands-on experience managing statutory audits, internal financial controls, and revenue recognition.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management & Reporting:

- Prepare and finalize monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance.

- Manage all accounting functions including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, billing, and revenue recognition for SaaS subscriptions.

- Drive budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and management reporting to support business goals.

- Oversee cash flow management, working capital monitoring, and fund utilization.

Audit, Compliance & Controls:

- Ensure full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements (GST, TDS, Income Tax, PF, ESIC, etc.).

- Manage internal and statutory audits, ensuring timely completion and adherence to IFC (Internal Financial Controls).

- Establish and maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and standard operating procedures.

Strategic & Operational Support:

- Partner with leadership to provide actionable financial insights and analysis for decision-making.

- Support cost optimization, financial automation, and process improvement initiatives.

- Coordinate with external partnersauditors, consultants, and banksto ensure efficient financial operations.

- Assist in financial due diligence and reporting for investors or board presentations, as required.

Team & Collaboration:

- Supervise and guide the finance and accounting team to ensure accuracy and accountability.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (HR, Operations, Sales, Procurement) for financial planning and control.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

- Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is mandatory.

- 6-10 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or controllership, ideally within a SaaS / technology / IT services environment.

- Strong understanding of SaaS revenue models, including deferred revenue, accruals, and subscription accounting.

- Hands-on experience with statutory audits, tax compliance, and internal financial controls.

- Proficiency in ERP/Finance systems such as SAP, NetSuite, or Tally.

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail.

- Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.

Good to Have:

- Exposure to multi-entity or global operations.

- Experience in financial planning & analysis (FP&A) and automation tools.

- Knowledge of funding, investor reporting, or SaaS metrics (ARR, CAC, churn, etc.).