Financial Controller

Role & responsibilities

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Pune for a Financial Controller. The role involves preparing and analyzing financial statements, maintaining accurate financial records, and assisting in financial reporting. The Financial Controller will handle day-to-day accounting tasks, ensure compliance with relevant financial standards, and provide insights to support financial decision-making. Collaboration with internal teams and timely communication to stakeholders are crucial aspects of this role.

Foreign Company (Primary Responsibility) (75% time)

• Financial Accounting & Review
• Month-End Closure & MIS
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Coordination with Outsourced Service Providers
• Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Oversight
• Statutory Audit & Compliance
• Cash Flow Management & Cost Optimisation
• Internal Controls & Governance

Secondary Responsibilities (25% time)

Family Office Investment Accounting

• Assist in maintenance of investment records for the promoters family office, including Tracking of investment transactions and updating investment registers
• Recording income, accruals, redemptions, and mark-to-market adjustments
• Prepare periodic investment summaries, cash movement updates, and basic performance tracking.
• Coordinate for gathering statements, contract notes, capital account statements, and other documents from investment managers or custodians.

NGO / Not-for-Profit Accounting Support

• Assist in accounting, book updating, receipt/payment recording, and ledger scrutiny for the NGO entity.
• Ensure compliance with the NGOs governance framework, grant accounting norms, and annual financial reporting requirements.
• Support preparation of utilisation statements, board reports, and donor reporting as required.

Preferred candidate profile

• Chartered Accountant / Chartered Accountant (party completed) preferred with 5-10 years of relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, MIS reporting, budgeting, and financial controls.
• Proficiency in Finance and Analytical Skills to assess and interpret financial data
• Prior experience working with outsourced accounting or shared service partners is an advantage.
• Effective Communication skills to collaborate with teams and articulate financial insights clearly
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills to ensure accuracy in financial tasks
• Proficiency in accounting software, ERP systems and advanced Excel.