Regional Financial Controller India

As the India Regional Financial Controller / Financial Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing accounting, financial reporting, forecasting, internal controls, and operational finance for the manufacturing and distribution operations in India. Your responsibilities will include: - **Leadership & Team Management**: - Hire, train, develop, and mentor accounting and administrative staff. - Promote a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement. - **Financial Reporting & Accounting**: - Ensure accurate and timely monthly financial close. - Deliver high-quality management reporting, including variance analysis and operational insights. - Maintain robust accounting practices and internal controls across all functional areas. - **Planning, Forecasting & Analysis**: - Lead the annual operating plan and quarterly forecasts within the corporate planning framework. - Provide financial decision support to both local leadership and the corporate office. - Analyze manufacturing costs and calculate item costing. - **Operational Finance & Compliance**: - Oversee spending controls and vendor commitment approvals. - Oversee customer collections and credit follow-ups. - Ensure compliance with all local tax, VAT, and statutory reporting requirements. - Maintain SOX compliance and adherence to corporate policies. - **Audit, Treasury & Internal Controls**: - Support audits conducted by external auditors. - Oversee local treasury activities and financial risk management. - Ensure accuracy and completeness of statutory and regulatory filings. Desired Skills & Experience: - **Technical Expertise**: - CPA qualification with 5-7 years of professional accounting experience. - Strong knowledge of US GAAP and statutory requirements. - Experience in manufacturing accounting, cost accounting, and operational finance. - Background in financial analysis, budgeting, and strategic financial planning. - Broad understanding of pension, profit sharing, and regulatory financial requirements. - **Tools & Systems**: - Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel. - Experience with Oracle systems preferred. - Ability to quickly learn new software and adapt to new systems. - **Leadership & Soft Skills**: - Proven management or supervisory experience. - Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal). - Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving abilities. - High attention to detail, with a commitment to accuracy and integrity. - Ability to work independently and collaboratively across all levels of the organization. - Strong analytical thinking, logical reasoning, and decision-making abilities. - Ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines. - Results-driven, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement. You will also need the additional ability to interact confidently with senior executives and operational managers, as well as the willingness to travel periodically.,