Lead - Finance Controller
Role Overview
We are looking for a Finance - Controllership Lead to build and run the finance backbone of Ozi. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in high-growth, zero-to-one environments and wants to own the entire controllership, compliance, and governance charter for a venture-backed quick commerce startup. You will partner closely with the leadership to ensure financial hygiene, scalability, and investor readiness.
Key & Accounting :
- Establish end-to-end accounting processes (GL, AR / AP, reconciliations, closing)
- Build robust internal controls, cost centers, and reporting frameworks
- Ensure compliance with Indian accounting standards, GST, TDS, and other statutory filings
Financial Planning & Governance :
Manage monthly closings, MIS, and board / investor reportingTrack and report key business metrics (e.g., margins, CM1 / CM2, burn, runway, unit economics)Cash & Vendor Management :
Build cash flow models, working capital projections, and treasury management practicesCreate vendor payout, commission, and reconciliation processes (SOR / OR / commission structures)Handle payment gateways, COD / UPI reconciliations, and RTO accountingOperational Finance Partnering :
Partner with category, ops, and warehouse teams to ensure PO, GRN, QC, and RTV flows align with financial processesMonitor stock turns, inventory valuation, and shrinkage controlsImplement ERP / OMS integrations for finance visibilityWho We're Looking For :
Experience : 5-7 years in finance controllership / accounting / FP&A, ideally in consumer, ecommerce, or q-comm startupsSkills : Strong grasp of IndAS, taxation, reconciliations, MIS, investor reporting.Hands-on with ERP / Tally / QuickBooks; comfortable with Excel / Google SheetsMindset : Hustler + controller - someone who can set up processes from scratch yet roll up their sleeves to reconcile COD accountsQualifications : Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent preferredLocation : Gurgaon (on-site, 6 days a week)
(ref : iimjobs.com)