Finance Controller

Job Description:

Industry: Service Industry / Accounting / KPO
Reporting To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Position Overview:

We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Finance Controller/VP–F&A to lead our finance operations. This leadership role demands deep financial expertise, a strong grasp of regulatory compliance, and a track record of driving business performance in a KPO or service-driven global environment. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy, optimizing systems and processes, and delivering actionable insights to support the company’s growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end finance and accounting operations, including Billing, accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, revenue recognition, and cost accounting.
• Prepare timely and accurate financial statements (monthly, quarterly, and annual) in line with statutory and management requirements.
• Develop and manage company-wide budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
• Ensure adherence to Ind AS, Direct and Indirect Taxation, and Corporate Law compliance.
• Manage treasury functions, cash flow, working capital, and banking relationships.
• Design and implement internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure audit readiness.
• Monitor financial performance through operational metrics and provide data-driven insights to leadership.
• Oversee external audits and liaise with auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies.
• Mentor and lead a high-performing finance team, promoting a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications:

• Chartered Accountant (CA)—Mandatory, Inter-CA, CPA

Experience & Expertise:

• Minimum 15 years of progressive finance experience
• Proven leadership in a KPO, Global Delivery, or Service industry environment.
• Strong knowledge of Indian Accounting Standards, US GAAP, and IFRS.
• Familiarity with US tax laws, SEC compliance, SOX regulations, and transfer pricing frameworks.
• Experience managing large finance teams and working with Big 4 firms.
• Demonstrated success in strategic financial planning, governance, and stakeholder management.

Core Competencies:

• Corporate Finance & Treasury: Capital structure, funding strategies, working capital, and investor relations
• Tax Strategy & Compliance: Multijurisdictional tax planning, optimization, and risk management
• Financial Reporting & Audit: Consolidated reporting, statutory compliance, and audit coordination
• Risk Management: Financial risk frameworks, forex hedging, and internal control systems
• Business Analytics: KPI development, cost optimization, and performance analysis
• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A): Forecasting, variance analysis, and scenario modeling
• ERP & Tech Integration: SAP, Oracle, Tally, BI tools, and financial automation platforms
• Costing & Profitability: Activity-based costing, margin optimization, and project profitability tracking

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in client billing models, especially for project- or service-based contracts
• Exposure to public company financial reporting standards
• Understanding of cross-border taxation and international finance operations

Benefits:

• 5 Working days
• Medical Insurance