Financial Controller

Job Summary

Finance Controller

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Strategy & Planning

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
• Collaborate with business unit leaders to align financial goals with company strategy.
• Evaluate new product lines, business models, or technologies from a financial perspective.

• Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings and reports.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP/IFRS and local regulations.
• Prepare financial statements, management reports, and investor materials.

• Internal Controls & Risk Management

• Develop and implement internal financial controls and procedures.
• Identify risks and ensure mitigation strategies are in place.
• Manage audits and liaise with external auditors and regulators.

• Cash Flow & Capital Management

• Monitor and manage cash flow, working capital, and liquidity.
• Support fundraising efforts, debt management, and investor relations.
• Evaluate CapEx and SaaS investment opportunities.

• Operational Finance

• Partner with Product, R&D, and Engineering teams on cost management and ROI.
• Implement financial systems and tools tailored for a tech environment.
• Lead cost and performance analysis for cloud infrastructure, DevOps, and other tech-related costs.

• Team Leadership

• Manage and develop finance staff, including accountants and analysts.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and agile financial practices.

Qualifications

• CA preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive finance experience, including leadership roles.
• Experience in the

  technology sector

  (e.g., SaaS, cloud computing, fintech, AI, or startups).
• Strong knowledge of financial modelling, systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle), and analytics tools.
• Excellent understanding of subscription revenue models, ARR, MRR, and unit economics.
• Proven ability to work in fast-paced, high-growth environments.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Tech-savvy with a passion for innovation and efficiency.
• Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders.

Preferred Experience

• Experience scaling finance operations in a startup or pre-IPO tech company.
• Familiarity with investor reporting and fundraising processes.
• Knowledge of cloud cost optimization and software development financial metrics.