Job Title: Finance Controller
Location: Gurgaon India
Experience Level: 8 to 12 years
Qualification : Chartered Accountant with 3 to 5 years of experience with a D2C company willing to work in a fast paced environment
Job Type: Fulltime
Company Overview
Our client is a fast growing directtoconsumer (D2C) company based in Gurgaon. As we continue to grow and expand our operations we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Finance Controller to join our team in Gurgaon.
Job Description:
As a Finance Controller you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial management including accounting budgeting forecasting and financial reporting. You will play a key role in driving the companys financial strategy and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance excellent leadership skills and a proactive approach to problemsolving.
Responsibilities:
- Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A):
- Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic planning and decisionmaking.
- Prepare annual budgets forecasts and variance analysis reports.
- Monitor key financial metrics and provide insights to senior management.
- Financial Reporting:
- Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
- Coordinate with external auditors for annual audits and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Review monthly quarterly and annual financial reports and present findings to management.
- Accounting and Compliance:
- Manage daytoday accounting activities including accounts payable accounts receivable and general ledger.
- Ensure compliance with local tax regulations and oversee the preparation of tax filings.
- Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and mitigate financial risk.
- Cash Flow Management:
- Monitor cash flow projections and manage working capital to support business operations.
- Optimize cash management processes and identify opportunities to improve liquidity.
- Strategic Planning:
- Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to develop and execute strategic initiatives aligned with the companys longterm goals and objectives.
- Conduct financial analysis and scenario modeling to evaluate potential business opportunities and risks.
- Provide strategic recommendations to senior management based on thorough market research and industry trends analysis.
- Vendor Management:
- Oversee vendor relationships and contract negotiations to ensure costeffectiveness and quality of goods and services.
- Review vendor agreements and terms to mitigate risks and optimize vendor performance.
- Monitor vendor performance metrics and implement improvement plans as necessary to drive operational efficiency.
- Customer Reconciliation:
- Lead efforts to reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Collaborate with sales and customer service teams to address customer inquiries and disputes related to billing and payments.
- Implement best practices for customer account reconciliation processes to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
- Foreign Exchange (Forex) Risk Management:
- Assess and manage foreign exchange risks associated with international transactions and currency fluctuations.
- Develop hedging strategies to mitigate forex exposure and protect company assets.
- Monitor forex market trends and provide recommendations to senior management to optimize currency risk management strategies.
Qualifications:
- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with 8 to 12 years of experience in finance and accounting.
- Proven track record of success in a similar role preferably within the D2C industry or related sectors.
- Strong knowledge of financial planning and analysis budgeting and financial reporting processes.
- Proficiency in financial modeling Excel and accounting software (e.g. SAP Oracle).
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
- Thorough understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance standards.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities with a track record of building and motivating highperforming teams.
Additional Information:
- This is a fulltime position based in Gurgaon India.
- Competitive salary and benefits package will be offered to the successful candidate.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and fastpaced environment with a focus on innovation and growth.
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