Head of Business Finance / Finance Controller

Job Description

Job Title: Head of Business Finance / Financial Controller Location: Coimbatore Employment Type: Full-Time Industry: Manufacturing (Auto / Auto Ancillary preferred) Position Overview We are seeking a strategic and hands-on finance leader to oversee all aspects of business finance, accounting, compliance, and financial planning in a manufacturing environment. This role is central to aligning financial strategy with business goals, ensuring operational efficiency, and maintaining financial integrity. Primary Responsibilities Lead financial planning processes including annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and long-term financial modeling Monitor product-level profitability and guide pricing strategies through data-driven insights Supervise end-to-end financial accounting operations, ensuring timely closures and statutory compliance Oversee treasury and funding operations, managing institutional relationships for optimal financing Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support operational decisions with robust financial analysis Drive automation, internal controls, and compliance to minimize risk and improve efficiency Support strategic investments and capital expenditure plans through rigorous evaluation Foster a high-performance finance team through mentoring, capability building, and performance reviews Decision-Making Scope Full ownership of day-to-day financial operations and compliance matters Advisory role on pricing, capital allocation, and cost-reduction strategies Key contributor to strategic investment decisions and business risk assessments Stakeholder Collaboration Work closely with internal teams including sales, operations, HR, sourcing, and product development to align financial goals with business execution Manage external relationships with auditors, banks, government bodies, and vendors for audits, funding, and regulatory matters Ideal Candidate Profile Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA) Experience: Minimum 12 - 15 years in finance leadership roles within manufacturing; auto sector exposure is a plus Skills: Strong business acumen, excellent analytical ability, leadership presence, hands-on experience with costing, compliance, and process automation