Financial Controller

Company Description

The Scindia School, founded by Maharaja Madhav Rao Jayaji Rao Scindia in 1897, is a prestigious boys' boarding school in Gwalior with a legacy spanning over 122 years. It has been ranked as India's No. 1 Boys' Boarding School in the EducationWorld India School Rankings (EWISR) 2019-20. The school combines modern educational methods with a historic backdrop, offering state-of-the-art facilities including a well-equipped library, health center, computer network, and extensive sports facilities. The school provides a nurturing environment with 12 residential houses ensuring pastoral care.

Job Title

Reporting

Qualifications

Experience                              : 4 to 6 years as CA; total ten years.

Remuneration

Essential

·        Communication;

·        Analytical & Critical Thinking;

·        Justifications & Problem Solving;

·        Take Initiatives;

·        Risk Management;

·        Good Interpersonal skills;

·        Team Player;

·        Adaptability;

·        Planning & Organising skills;

·        Mentoring the Team;

Key Purpose

The key purpose of a Financial Controller in a school is to provide strategic financial leadership and oversight, ensuring the effective management of financial resources and enabling the school to achieve its mission and objectives. This role involves developing and implementing financial plans, managing budgets, and providing financial analysis and insights to supporting formed decision-making. By maintaining financial stability, transparency, and accountability, the Financial Controller plays a critical role in ensuring the long-term sustainability of the school.

Job Profile

The Financial Controller is expected to manage the financial operations of the school, including account payable and receivables, payroll and budgets. They also ensure that the school’s financial records are accurate and up to date.

Financial reporting

Financial transactions

Financial records

MIS

Budgeting:

Financial Compliances:

Confidentiality:

Financial analysis

Financial communication

Financial audits

Financial relationships

Taxation

FCRA:

Legal Matters