Manager - Finance & Accounts

Key responsibilities

We are looking for an experienced Group Financial Controller, or Manager – Finance and Accounts, to undertake all aspects of financial management, including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecasts preparation, as well as development of internal control policies and procedures. The Group Finance Controller will be responsible for setting up internal controls, managing cash flows, and driving process improvements while aligning with the company’s strategic goals.

 Financial Management & Reporting

 Oversee accounting and financial reporting across group entities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable accounting standards (Ind-AS, Companies Act).

 Ensure timely and accurate MIS reports for management review.

 Conduct variance analysis between actuals and budgets to monitor financial

performance.

 Budgeting & Forecasting

 Support preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and rolling projections.

 Deliver monthly MIS, variance analysis, and dashboards for management review.

 Partner with business units to track project-level profitability, cash flows, and cost controls.

 Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

 Monitor and manage cash flows to ensure the smooth running of operations.

 Optimize working capital by managing receivables, payables, and vendor payments.

 Develop cash flow forecasts to anticipate funding needs.

 Support debt compliance, interest servicing, and lender reporting.

 Accounting & Compliance

 Oversee general accounting operations, including accounts payable, receivable, and payroll.

 Ensure compliance with statutory regulations (GST, TDS, income tax, etc.) and timely filing of returns.

 Coordinate with auditors to complete statutory and internal audits.

 Internal Controls & Process Improvements

 Establish and maintain internal financial controls to mitigate risks.

 Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial operations.

 Drive automation and digitization of finance processes, with focus on Zoho Books implementation and reporting improvements.

 Continuously improve efficiency, accuracy, and reporting timelines.

 Team Leadership & Collaboration

 Lead and mentor the finance team, ensuring their professional growth.

 Collaborate with other departments, such as sales, marketing, business development to align financial goals with business objectives.

 Liaise with external stakeholders, including auditors, tax consultants, and banks.