CA is Must

KRA's

The Controller will be responsible for leading the organization's core finance functions, including taxation, treasury, financial planning & analysis (FP&A), accounts payable (AP), and accounts receivable (AR). The role requires strong financial governance, cash flow management, statutory compliance, and strategic financial planning to support business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Controllership:

- Oversee end-to-end accounting operations and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, statutory requirements, and internal policies.

- Supervise monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closures.

- Implement and maintain robust financial controls and processes.

- Coordinate with auditors for statutory, tax, and internal audits.

2. Taxation (Direct & Indirect):

- Manage all direct and indirect tax matters, including Income Tax, GST, TDS, and other statutory levies.

- Ensure timely filing of all tax returns and compliance with regulatory requirements.

- Handle tax assessments, notices, and departmental communications.

- Develop tax planning strategies to optimize the company's tax position.

- Work closely with tax consultants and advisors.

3. Treasury & Cash Flow Management:

- Oversee treasury operations, including cash flow planning, fund management, and working capital optimization.

- Manage banking relationships, credit facilities, and loan covenants.

- Monitor daily cash positions and ensure adequate liquidity.

- Drive cost-effective financing strategies.

4. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):

- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.

- Prepare and present financial performance reports and variance analyses.

- Support management with financial insights for strategic decision-making.

- Monitor project-wise and business unit-wise profitability.

- Develop and track key financial metrics and dashboards.

5. Accounts Payable (AP) & Accounts Receivable (AR):

- Oversee end-to-end AP and AR processes.

- Ensure timely vendor payments and customer collections.

- Monitor aging reports and implement strategies to improve cash cycles.

- Strengthen internal controls over payments and receipts.

6. Compliance & Governance:

- Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and corporate governance requirements.

- Maintain proper documentation for audits and regulatory reviews.

- Implement and monitor internal financial controls.

- Support board reporting and management reviews.

7. Team Leadership:

- Lead and mentor the finance and accounts team.

- Establish clear KRAs and performance metrics.

- Drive automation, process improvements, and system enhancements.

Key Skills & Competencies:

- Strong knowledge of accounting standards, taxation, and financial regulations.

- Min 8-14 years of experience in managing overall Finance Function.

- CA is must.

- Expertise in treasury, cash flow management, and working capital optimization.

- Advanced skills in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.

- Experience in managing audits and regulatory compliance.

- Strong analytical, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

- Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel.

Preferred Industry Experience:

- Real estate, construction, infrastructure, manufacturing, or similar project-based industries

Key Deliverables / KPIs:

- Timely and accurate financial reporting.

- Statutory and tax compliance without penalties.

- Improved cash flow and working capital cycles.

- Budget adherence and variance control.

- Strong audit outcomes with minimal observations.