We are looking for an experienced Group Finance Controller to lead the finance function across the organisation, with responsibility for financial reporting, consolidation, MIS, treasury, taxation, compliance, working capital, banking and statutory audit.
The position requires a qualified Chartered Accountant with approximately 15–20 years of progressive finance experience, preferably gained in a sizeable manufacturing environment with multiple operating locations. The candidate should have strong knowledge of Ind AS and IFRS, experience with multinational/international reporting requirements, and the ability to manage finance operations across a decentralised structure while ensuring strong financial governance and controls.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and guide the finance team to ensure effective and efficient functioning of the finance and accounting function.
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Oversee timely and accurate accounting, financial closing, consolidation and related management reporting.
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Manage banking relationships, cash-flow planning and funding requirements.
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Monitor foreign exchange exposures and ensure appropriate management of forex transactions and hedging requirements.
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Establish and implement finance-related policies, processes, systems and controls in line with organisational requirements.
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Monitor receivables and collections to ensure effective working capital management and a healthy cash-flow position.
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Oversee bank guarantees, channel/trade financing arrangements, and other related financial facilities.
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Ensure timely compliance with applicable direct and indirect taxation requirements, including GST.
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Ensure appropriate insurance coverage for the organisation's assets and operations.
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Lead the annual budgeting process and preparation of MIS and management reports.
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Coordinate statutory audit, financial reporting and other accounting and finance-related requirements.
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Support management on financial planning, business performance, risk management and other strategic finance matters.
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Ensure effective financial governance and internal controls across different business / operating locations.
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Coordinate with international stakeholders and the global finance team on reporting and other finance-related matters.
Ideal Candidate Profile
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Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with approximately 15–20 years of relevant experience.
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Strong experience in a senior finance leadership role within a sizeable Listed manufacturing organisation.
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Exposure to managing finance for a large-scale business with multiple manufacturing / operating locations.
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Strong understanding of Limited Review, Ind AS, IFRS and financial reporting requirements.
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Hands-on experience across financial closing, consolidation, MIS, treasury, taxation, statutory audit and compliance.
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Strong understanding of working capital, cash-flow management, banking and receivables / credit management.
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Experience in working with multinational organisations and international / global finance stakeholders.
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Ability to manage and develop decentralised finance teams while maintaining strong governance, controls and reporting discipline.