Finance Controller

Job Description: Financial ControllerPosition Overview

The Financial Controller will serve as the technical anchor of the finance function, responsible for ensuring robust accounting, statutory compliance, financial integrity, and timely reporting across Schbang’s Indian and international entities. Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, the Controller will oversee all aspects of accounting, audit, taxation, internal controls, and compliance, while leading a team of accountants and working closely with receivables, payables, FP&A, and international finance teams.

Key Responsibilities1. Accounting & Reporting

• Lead end-to-end accounting across India, UK, and Netherlands entities.
• Ensure accuracy of books (Ind-AS, IFRS/UK GAAP compliance).
• Oversee monthly/quarterly/annual closings.
• Manage group consolidations and intercompany reconciliations.
• Prepare and present MIS, management dashboards, and financial statements.

2. Statutory & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure timely filings: GST, TDS, Income Tax, PF/ESIC, Companies Act, ROC, FEMA.
• Coordinate with auditors (statutory, internal, tax).
• Manage international compliance (UK statutory filings, Dutch tax filings) with local advisors.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes, assess impact, and implement controls.

3. Internal Controls & Audit

• Design, implement, and monitor internal controls, policies, and SOPs.
• Drive internal audit reviews and resolve audit observations.
• Safeguard company assets and minimize statutory risks.

4. Team Leadership & Coordination

• Lead and mentor the accounting team (11-13 members).
• Work closely with Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payables, FP&A, and international finance functions to ensure smooth workflows.
• Build a strong culture of accuracy, timeliness, and accountability.

5. Business Partnership

• Support Head of Finance in strategic initiatives:
• Cash flow optimization.
• DSO reduction.
• Profitability analysis.
• Act as key liaison between finance and external stakeholders (auditors, bankers, regulators).

Qualifications & Experience

• Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, ACCA, or ACA (UK) mandatory, ideally from one of the big 4s.
• 2-5 years of progressive finance experience (at least 1-2 years in a controller/head of accounting role)
• Proposed CTC upto 20 lac pa.
• Strong knowledge of Ind-AS, IFRS, and cross-border accounting.
• Hands-on experience in statutory audits, tax compliance, and ERP systems.
• Exposure to international operations (UK/EU preferred).

Key Skills

• Technical expertise in accounting & compliance.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a high-growth, multi-entity, multi-country setup.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹1,500,000.00 - ₹2,500,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person