Finance controller

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About the Company

This privately owned company currently has an annual turnover of 350 crores and is aiming to grow to 1,000 crores over the next 2 years. It is a leading name in Indias interior contracting and turnkey project space, handling premium projects across sectors such as airport terminals, corporate offices, luxury homes, retail stores, hotels, hospitals, schools, and large urban developments. The company offers end-to-end services including interior works, architecture, design, and project management. It is a trusted partner for several major business groups in India and is known for delivering high-quality work with a strong focus on design, timely execution, and client satisfaction. The company continues to help shape modern, well-designed spaces across Indias real estate and infrastructure landscape.

Roles and Responsibilities

Financial Operations & Systems

• Establish and enforce SOPs for all finance-related activities to ensure process consistency
• Oversee accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closures
• Lead the migration from Tally to a scalable ERP or cloud-based accounting platform
• Ensure integrity and accuracy of financial data across systems and reports

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Drive adherence to all statutory, tax, and regulatory frameworks with zero-tolerance for non-compliance
• Design and maintain robust internal controls and governance mechanisms
• Ensure audit readiness and coordinate effectively with internal and external auditors

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Support leadership with financial insights, forecasts, and scenario analysis for decision-making
• Implement and manage a costing framework to enable project profitability analysis
• Monitor financial KPIs and drive fiscal discipline across departments

Treasury & Banking

• Manage relationships with banks and financial institutions to secure optimal funding terms
• Evaluate term sheets, negotiate credit arrangements, and ensure cost-effective working capital management
• Oversee cash flow planning and liquidity management to support business operations

Commercial Oversight

• Participate in key vendor and client negotiations to protect and enhance financial outcomes
• Ensure commercial terms align with company objectives and financial prudence
• Review contracts and agreements from a financial risk and compliance lens

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Finance or Accounting; CA or equivalent professional certification required
• 15-25 years of experience in financial leadership roles, preferably in real estate or contracting industries
• Proven expertise in financial controls, statutory compliance, and audit readiness
• Strong experience in ERP migration, SOP implementation, and monthly/quarterly closures
• Demonstrated ability to manage banking, credit negotiations, and working capital optimization
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and team leadership skills