Assistant Finance Controller.

About the RoleWe are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Controller to join our Finance & Controllership team. This role is central to strengthening our financial reporting, statutory compliance, and internal control framework as we grow. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, auditors, and leadership to ensure accurate financial records, timely audit closures, and robust governance — while also contributing to cash flow management, budgeting, and business decision support.

Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting & AccountingSupport the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring they are accurate, complete, and delivered within defined timelinesAssist in the consolidation of group financials across multiple entities and geographies, ensuring alignment with group accounting policiesEnsure accuracy and completeness of accounting records by reviewing ledgers, journal entries, and supporting documentation on an ongoing basisPerform periodic account reconciliations and variance analysis, investigating discrepancies and ensuring corrective actions are taken in a timely manner

Audit & ComplianceCoordinate with statutory, internal, and tax auditors by acting as the primary point of contact, facilitating data requests, and resolving audit queriesEnsure timely closure of audits and submission of required documentation, minimizing delays and audit observationsMonitor compliance with the Companies Act, Income Tax Act, GST, and other applicable regulatory requirements, keeping track of regulatory changes and their impact on the businessMaintain audit schedules, trackers, and supporting documentation in an organized manner to enable smooth and efficient audit processes

TaxationAssist in the timely and accurate filing of GST returns, TDS returns, and Income Tax compliances in line with statutory due datesSupport tax audit processes and respond to tax queries and notices from authorities, coordinating with consultants where required

Treasury & Cash ManagementAssist in cash flow planning and preparation to ensure adequate liquidity for business operationsTrack and optimize the utilization of funds, identifying opportunities to improve working capital efficiencySupport banking operations, payment approvals, and bank reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of discrepancies

Business Support & PlanningSupport the budgeting and forecasting processes by providing accurate inputs, tracking actuals against budgets, and flagging variancesProvide analysis of P&L performance and support cost optimization initiatives to improve overall profitabilityAssist in management reporting and business decision support by preparing insightful reports and dashboards for leadership

Required Qualifications & SkillsQualified or Semi-qualified CA / CMA / MBA Finance / CA Inter3–6 years of relevant experience in Finance/ControllershipStrong understanding of accounting standards, compliance, and audit processesHands-on experience with ERP systems (Zoho, SAP, Oracle, etc.)Good knowledge of GST, Income Tax, and Companies Act complianceStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsHigh attention to detail and ownership mindset

Preferred SkillsExperience in startup / high-growth environmentExposure to group consolidation & international reportingUnderstanding of automation tools and finance system integrationStrong ownership and accountabilityAbility to handle multiple priorities under tight deadlinesCollaborative approach with cross-functional teamsFocus on confidentiality and internal controls