Financial Controller

We are looking for a Finance Controller with strong experience only in Manufacturing Industry to oversee financial reporting, plant finance, cost control, compliance, and business partnering. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in financial controlling, statutory compliance, costing, and driving operational excellence in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Mandatory: Manufacturing industry experience and SAP knowledge are required.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial closing activities.

* Prepare and review financial statements, MIS reports, and management dashboards.

* Ensure compliance with Ind AS, Companies Act, GST, Income Tax, and other statutory regulations.

* Manage plant finance, inventory valuation, standard costing, product costing, and manufacturing cost analysis.

* Drive budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial planning in collaboration with business stakeholders.

* Strengthen internal financial controls and ensure compliance with audit requirements.

* Coordinate with statutory auditors, internal auditors, and regulatory authorities.

* Monitor working capital, cash flow, receivables, payables, and inventory performance.

* Support Capex evaluation, investment analysis, and business case preparation.

* Partner with operations, supply chain, procurement, and manufacturing teams to improve profitability and operational efficiency.

* Lead automation and process improvement initiatives using ERP systems (SAP preferred).

* Mentor and guide the finance team while supporting strategic business decisions.

## Desired Candidate Profile

* 8–15 years of experience in Finance Controlling within a Manufacturing environment only.

* CA preferred; CMA or MBA (Finance) may also be considered.

* Strong experience in:

* Financial Controlling

* Plant Finance

* Costing & Inventory Valuation

* Budgeting & Forecasting

* Financial Reporting & MIS

* Internal Controls & Compliance

* Statutory Audit Coordination

* Working Capital Management

* Experience with SAP (implementation or support experience is an added advantage).

* Strong knowledge of Ind AS, accounting standards, GST, taxation, and statutory compliance.

* Excellent analytical, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.

* Comfortable working in a dynamic startup or high-growth manufacturing environment.

Preferred Industry Experience-

* Automotive / Auto Components

* Electric Vehicles (EV)

* Industrial & Engineering Manufacturing

* Electronics Manufacturing

* Consumer Durables

* FMCG / Food & Beverage Manufacturing