Finance Controller - CA

Job Title: Financial Controller

Location: Cochin

Report to: CFO

Position Overview: The Financial Controller is a key leadership role within the finance department, reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This position is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the company, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial reports, compliance with regulatory requirements, and the implementation of effective financial strategies and controls.

Job Description

• Financial Operations, Reporting and Analysis:
• Overseeing of end-to-end finance operations.
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide insights on financial performance.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Inventory Management:
• Oversee and ensure the accuracy of inventory records and levels.
• Coordinate with inventory control teams to conduct regular audits and cycle counts.
• Analyse inventory data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Work with purchasing and warehouse teams to optimize inventory levels and reduce costs.
• Regulatory Compliance and Auditing:
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with external auditors and coordinate the audit process.
• Maintain and update internal control procedures.
• Cash Flow Management:
• Monitor and manage the organization’s cash flow.
• Develop cash management strategies to optimize financial resources.
• Taxation:
• Oversee tax planning and compliance activities such as GST, TDS etc...
• ERP implementation:
• Key role in designing and implementing of ERP systems
• Process Improvement:
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in financial operations.
• Implement best practices in financial management.
• Audit Handling:
• Manage statutory audits to ensure compliance with legal requirements.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors as necessary.
• Strategic Planning:
• Contribute to the financial strategic planning of the organization.
• Provide financial insights to support business decision-making.
• Team Leadership and Development:
• Supervise and mentor the finance team.
• Foster a collaborative and efficient working environment.
  

Qualifications

• Should be Chartered Accountant with least 10 years in Finance & Accounts Operations
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance standards
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong leadership skills with experience in team management and development
• Experience in the Retail industry or similar sectors (optional but can be a plus)