Lead - Internal Controls & Financial Reporting

QUALIFIED CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT IS A MUST, AND ALTERNATE SATURDAY IS A WORKING DAY

Job Description:

We are looking for a Internal Controls and Financial Reporting Lead to oversee and manage the companys internal controls, financial reporting, and auditing processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, external auditing, financial analysis, and internal control frameworks. You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with accounting standards (IndAS/IFRS) and coordinating internal and external audits, while identifying and mitigating financial and operational risks.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting & Analysis:

- Review and analyze accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with procedural standards.

- Conduct variance analysis on Profit & Loss (P&L) and Balance Sheet (BS) movements.

- Oversee financial accounting and reporting as per IndAS/IFRS, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.

Internal Control & Compliance:

- Own the Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) sign-off process for all key financial accounting and reporting.

- Ensure compliance with the company-level internal control framework and relevant statutory guidelines.

- Act as an independent controller for assigned operational areas, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and tax laws.

Auditing & Coordination:

- Coordinate and liaise with internal and external auditors for timely and clean audits.

- Address audit findings and implement necessary corrective actions.

- Ensure adherence to industry regulations and legal requirements affecting the real estate and construction sectors.

Process Improvement & Automation:

- Lead process improvement initiatives, focusing on financial automation, efficiency, and best practices.

- Prepare management dashboards and MIS for senior management presentations.

Reconciliation & Financial Risk Management:

- Ensure quality reconciliation and timely resolution of reconciliation items.

- Identify financial and operational risks and implement mitigation strategies to safeguard the companys interests.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

Professional Qualification:

- Completed Articleship from a Big 4 accounting firm.

- Minimum of 3 years of post-qualification experience in financial accounting, internal controls, and auditing.

Technical Skills:

- Strong knowledge of IFRS 9, IFRS 15, IFRS 16, and IndAS/IFRS financial reporting standards.

- Proven experience in external auditing, evaluating controls over financial and IT/operational processes.

- Expertise in variance analysis, reconciliation, and financial analysis.

- Proficiency in internal control frameworks and statutory compliance.

- Experience in leading process improvement and financial automation initiatives.

Additional Skills:

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with internal and external stakeholders.

- Strong problem-solving abilities and a keen attention to detail.

- Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned responsibilities.