Mensa Brands - Finance Controller

Description:

Job Title: GL Accountant / Controllership

About the Role:

We are looking for a qualified Chartered Accountant with hands-on experience in General Ledger accounting and controllership activities. The role involves end-to-end ownership of accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting processes. The ideal candidate will ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting while driving process improvements and maintaining strong internal controls.

Key Responsibilities:

- Own and manage the General Ledger (GL) process, ensuring accurate and timely month-end and year-end closings.

- Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and adjustments in line with accounting policies.

- Perform balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of open items.

- Support financial statement preparation, P&L analysis, and variance analysis.

- Ensure compliance with accounting standards (Ind AS / IFRS) and internal policies.

- Coordinate with auditors (internal & statutory) during audits and ensure audit readiness.

- Assist in controllership activities including internal controls, process documentation, and SOX/ICFR compliance.

- Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Requirements:

- Chartered Accountant (CA) with 3-4 years of post-qualification experience.

- Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.

- Hands-on experience in GL accounting, month-end close, and reconciliations.

- Exposure to controllership and compliance processes.

- Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP systems (SAP/Oracle preferred).

- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.