Financial Controller

Job Description

Job Overview We are looking for an experienced Financial Controller with an entrepreneurial mindset, a stickler for processes, team player, and with good presentation skills to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a Chartered Accountant (CA) with 5-7 years of relevant experience, preferably in the Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) industry. As a key member of the Finance team, the Finance Controller will play a crucial role in overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing strategic insights to drive business growth. Location : Pune (Baner) Job Type: Full-time Key responsibilities: Overseeing accounting operations, developing internal control policies and procedures, and ensuring compliance with the regulatory and statutory requirements. Oversee monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities, including account reconciliations, and variance analysis. Work with external auditors and consultants by providing requested documents and explanations and addressing the findings promptly. Understanding of the financial and legal due-diligence process and ability to deliver under pressure situations. Assist in the development of annual budgets and forecasts. Monitor budget performance and collaborate with department heads to manage expenses effectively. Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards, laws, and regulations. Manage cash flow and liquidity to support business operations and strategic initiatives. Monitor receivables, payables, and working capital to optimize cash utilization. Develop strategies to mitigate cash flow risks and enhance financial stability. Conduct a monthly reconciliation of general ledger accounts, including bank reconciliations. Identify synergies between Cash, IC, AP and AR processes and implement best practices. Handling investor queries and preparing board presentations. Qualifications: A Chartered Accountant with 5-7 years of working experience in a similar role. Experience in a Startup is preferred. Strong leadership, team building and communication skills Ability to effectively collaborate across departments, create department-level SOPs in compliance with the accounting procedures and influence stakeholders at multiple levels. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Financial Management software.