Finance Controller - DGM

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Lead preparation and consolidation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with U.S. GAAP & Canadian GAAP and Management reporting requirements.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of all financial reports to India.
• Oversee timely completion of statutory audits, tax compliance matters.
• Ensure compliance to internal controls, policy and procedures.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies.

Financial Control & Governance

• Maintain robust internal controls in line with the corporate policies.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and international accounting regulations.
• Monitor and mitigate financial, operational, and compliance risks.
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance control efficiency.

Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budget and quarterly forecasting processes for U.S. operations.
• Provide detailed variance analysis, highlighting risks and opportunities.
• Partner with business leaders to ensure financial discipline and cost optimization.

Treasury & Working Capital Management

• Oversee cash flow, liquidity, and treasury operations.
• Manage banking relationships, intercompany settlements, and foreign exchange exposure.
• Support corporate capital allocation strategies and investment decisions.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Improve the performance of the team.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance and accounting team.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior management, providing insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with global finance teams to align with corporate objectives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in accounting.
• CPA ( US / Canada) compulsory.
• 15 years of progressive finance and accounting experience, with at least 5 years in a controllership or senior leadership role within an MNC.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP and Canadian GAAP, tax compliance, and financial governance in a multinational environment.
• Strong experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent) and advanced proficiency in Excel.
• Proven track record of driving process improvements and implementing best practices in financial control.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.