Finance Controller

The Finance Controller position based in Chennai within the Corp - Finance department offers a competitive salary of 14 LPA. As a Finance Controller, you will report directly to the CEO/Director and should possess 7 to 15 years of experience in core finance and accounting roles, preferably with leadership experience. In this role, you will play a crucial part in overseeing the financial operations and compliance of the company. Your responsibilities will include leading financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes, ensuring robust financial control, timely reporting, and providing strategic guidance for decision-making. You will need to monitor and manage the P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow to maintain the organization's financial health. Compliance with statutory laws and financial regulations such as GST, TDS, Income Tax, and Companies Act will be essential. You will supervise the preparation of accurate financial statements and reports, drive internal controls, and manage policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency. Additionally, you will collaborate with external auditors, support business growth, cost control, and risk mitigation, and offer financial insights for strategic decisions and long-term planning. The ideal candidate for this role should be a Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with a strong accounting background, preferably from the mid-segment manufacturing industry with a turnover of Rs 50-60 crores. A minimum of 10+ years of experience in finance roles, including 3-5 years in a leadership capacity, is required. Knowledge of Indian accounting standards, direct/indirect taxation, and experience in P&L ownership, financial modeling, and cost optimization are essential. Proficiency in ERP tools, excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills are expected. The successful candidate should demonstrate the ability to lead a team, manage deadlines effectively, and perform well under pressure. If necessary, you will evaluate and implement ERP or finance system improvements to enhance operational efficiency.,