Job Description Head - Finance Operations & Controllership (Permanent)

Role Title

Head - Finance Operations & Controllership (also referred to as Financial Controller)

Reporting

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Dotted line: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)/ / Audit Committee (for controls & audit matters only)

Location

Pune Head Quarters

Role Context

The role is responsible for end- to- end finance operations, statutory compliance, audit readiness, and internal controls in a company transitioning towards IPO and rapid scale.

This position ensures financial discipline, accuracy, and compliance, allowing the CFO to focus on strategic finance and capital markets.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Close

- Own monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes

- Ensure timely and accurate books of accounts as per Ind AS

- Maintain strong balance sheet hygiene and documentation

- Lead consolidation (if multiple entities)

Audit, Tax & Compliance

Act as single point of contact for:

- Statutory auditors

- Tax auditors

- Internal auditors

- Drive audit planning, execution, closure, and resolution of issues

- Ensure compliance with Companies Act, GST, Income Tax, FEMA (as applicable)

- Proactively manage audit observations and regulatory risks

Internal Controls & IPO Readiness

- Design and strengthen internal financial controls (IFC)

- Drive SOP documentation, risk & control matrices, and process discipline

- Support IPO- related financial restatements and audit requirements

- Ensure readiness for increased governance and public scrutiny

Treasury, Cash & Working Capital

- Oversee cash management, banking operations, and fund flows

- Monitor and optimise working capital (AR, AP, inventory)

- Support CFO in bank reporting and covenant compliance

Team & Process Leadership

- Lead and develop finance operations team

- Set clear roles, accountability, and timelines

- Improve productivity through process simplification and automation

- Partner with ERP / IT teams for finance systems effectiveness

Candidate Profile

Experience & Background

- 12-20 years of experience in Finance Operations / Controllership

Experience in:

- Listed company, or

- PE- backed / large privately- held company with strong governance

- Prior exposure to Big 4 (Audit or Accounting Advisory) is highly desirable

- Hands- on experience with Ind AS and audit handling is mandatory

Qualifications

- Chartered Accountant (CA) - mandatory

- Expertise in IND-AS accounting mode

Key Skills & Attributes

- Deep understanding of accounting standards and controls

- Ability to manage auditors and regulators confidently

- Strong execution mindset with attention to detail

- Authority to push discipline without escalation

- Calm, structured, and process- driven leadership style