Financial Controller

We are helping our client to hire a Financial Controller in Bengaluru.

Responsibilities:

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee accounting operations for all global entities, ensuring compliance with local and international accounting standards (SFRS/IFRS).
• Consolidate financial results across countries and deliver accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage and optimize budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes across regions.
• Monitor business performance using key financial and operational KPIs relevant to IT services industry.

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure tax, audit, and regulatory compliance in all operating countries.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and local authorities in multiple jurisdictions.
• Implement and enforce strong internal controls and financial governance processes globally.

Cash Flow & Treasury

• Manage cash flow across entities, including intercompany transactions, currency management, and funding requirements.
• Develop strategies for working capital optimization and efficient fund repatriation across borders.

Team & Systems Leadership

• Manage and mentor local and regional finance teams, ensuring alignment with global finance policies.
• Lead the implementation or optimization of ERP and financial systems across regions.
• Collaborate with other departments (e.g., HR, Sales, Operations) on cross-functional projects such as transfer pricing, cost allocations, or international expansions.

Business Support

• Support strategic decision-making with financial insights, scenario modelling, and risk assessments.
• Assist in due diligence and integration of acquisitions or new country entities.
• Provide management reporting and financial analysis to senior leadership and the board.

Qualification:

• CA only with 12-14 years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 3+ years in a Controller or senior finance role in a multinational IT or professional services company.
• Strong knowledge of international accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP) and multi-currency consolidation.
• Experience with transfer pricing, intercompany agreements, and global tax compliance.
• Proven success working across multiple legal entities and regulatory environments.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (NetSuite) and advanced Excel/financial modelling.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and cross-cultural collaboration skills.

Good to Have:

• Prior experience in a high-growth IT services or consulting company.
• Knowledge of payroll, tax, and compliance requirements in countries such as Singapore, India, Malaysia, Thailand, Middle east and US .
• Experience with automation tools and process improvement initiatives.