Financial Controller (5-7 years exp as CA with Cost Accounting)

India Regional Financial Controller / Financial Manager

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About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Regional Controller / Financial Manager to oversee accounting, financial reporting, forecasting, internal controls, and operational finance for its manufacturing and distribution operations in India. This leader will partner closely with corporate finance and local executive management, ensuring financial excellence, compliance, and strong business decision support. This is a critical role responsible for building and leading the local finance team, maintaining strong internal controls, and delivering accurate, timely financial information to support strategic and operational decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Hire, train, develop, and mentor accounting and administrative staff.
• Promote a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Ensure accurate and timely monthly financial close.
• Deliver high-quality management reporting, including variance analysis and operational insights.
• Maintain robust accounting practices and internal controls across all functional areas.

Planning, Forecasting & Analysis

• Lead the annual operating plan and quarterly forecasts within the corporate planning framework.
• Provide financial decision support to both local leadership and the corporate office.
• Analyze manufacturing costs and calculate item costing.

Operational Finance & Compliance

• Oversee spending controls and vendor commitment approvals.
• Manage cash flow, payments, bank relationships, and foreign exchange transactions.
• Oversee customer collections and credit follow-ups.
• Ensure compliance with all local tax, VAT, and statutory reporting requirements.
• Maintain SOX compliance and adherence to corporate policies.

Audit, Treasury & Internal Controls

• Support audits conducted by external auditors.
• Oversee local treasury activities and financial risk management.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of statutory and regulatory filings.

Desired Skills & Experience

Technical Expertise

• CA/CPA qualification with 5–7 years of professional accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP (significant advantage) and statutory requirements.
• Experience in manufacturing accounting, cost accounting, and operational finance (MUST).
• Background in financial analysis, budgeting, and strategic financial planning.
• Broad understanding of pension, profit sharing, and regulatory financial requirements.

Tools & Systems

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel required).
• Experience with Oracle systems preferred.
• Ability to quickly learn new software and adapt to new systems.

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Proven management or supervisory experience.
• Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail, with a commitment to accuracy and integrity.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical thinking, logical reasoning, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Results-driven, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement.

Additional

• Ability to interact confidently with senior executives and operational managers.
• Willingness to travel periodically.