Job description:
Company
The Co. is an NSE SME Listed company engaged in logistics and transportation solutions across India. As a publicly listed organization, Co. is committed to the highest standards of corporate governance, financial discipline, regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and sustainable growth.
We are looking for an experienced Chartered Accountant who can strengthen our finance function and act as the internal custodian of financial reporting, compliance, governance, and business controls.
Position
Manager – Finance Controller & Corporate Compliance (Chartered Accountant)
Location
Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra
Employment Type
Full Time
Experience
5–10 Years (Post Qualification)
Candidates with experience in Listed Companies / SME Listed Companies will be preferred.
Qualification
- Chartered Accountant (Mandatory)
- ICAI Membership Active
- Certificate of Practice (Not Required)
Reports To
Managing Director
Board of Directors
Audit Committee (as required)
About the Role
The Finance Controller will be responsible for leading the Company's finance, accounting, financial reporting, statutory compliance, internal financial controls, management reporting, budgeting, treasury, and coordination with external auditors and consultants.
This is a leadership role responsible for ensuring that the Company complies with all applicable financial and regulatory requirements under the Companies Act, SEBI regulations, accounting standards, taxation laws, and stock exchange requirements.
The successful candidate will serve as the central finance leader, supporting the Board of Directors and management with accurate financial information, governance, and business insights.
Key Responsibilities
Finance & Accounting
- Lead the complete finance and accounting function.
- Ensure accurate maintenance of books of accounts.
- Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial closing.
- Prepare Profit & Loss Account, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement, and related financial reports.
- Ensure compliance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) and Schedule III requirements.
- Maintain the General Ledger and financial records with accuracy and integrity.
- Monitor receivables, payables, and working capital.
- Oversee banking operations and treasury management.
- Review financial transactions and approvals.
Financial Reporting & Management Information
- Prepare monthly MIS for management.
- Present financial performance to senior leadership.
- Conduct budget versus actual analysis.
- Perform profitability and cost analysis.
- Develop business dashboards and KPIs.
- Prepare Board and Audit Committee financial presentations.
- Provide financial insights for strategic decision-making.
Statutory & Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure timely compliance with:
- Companies Act, 2013 (financial matters)
- SEBI (LODR) Regulations (financial obligations)
- Income Tax
- GST
- TDS
- PF, ESIC, Professional Tax (finance-related compliance)
- Coordinate financial submissions required by regulators and stock exchanges.
- Maintain a comprehensive statutory compliance calendar.
Audit & Assurance Coordination
Act as the primary finance coordinator for:
- Statutory Audit
- Internal Audit
- Secretarial Audit
- Tax Audit
- GST Audit
- Bank Audit
- Due Diligence Exercises
Responsibilities include:
- Providing information and documentation.
- Coordinating with auditors and consultants.
- Tracking audit observations.
- Ensuring timely implementation of corrective actions.
Internal Financial Controls & Risk Management
- Develop and strengthen internal financial controls.
- Improve financial processes and SOPs.
- Implement approval matrices and delegation of authority.
- Monitor financial risks and recommend mitigation measures.
- Support fraud prevention and financial governance initiatives.
Budgeting, Planning & Business Finance
- Prepare annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
- Monitor departmental budgets.
- Analyze financial performance and trends.
- Evaluate capital expenditure proposals.
- Conduct financial modelling and scenario analysis.
- Improve profitability and operational efficiency.
Treasury & Working Capital Management
- Monitor cash flow and liquidity.
- Plan fund utilization.
- Coordinate with banks and financial institutions.
- Optimize working capital.
- Monitor customer collections and vendor payments.
Business Support
Support the leadership team by:
- Preparing business performance reports.
- Participating in strategic planning.
- Providing financial recommendations.
- Supporting fundraising and banking requirements.
- Assisting with investor due diligence and financial presentations.
Key Deliverables
The selected candidate will be responsible for ensuring:
- Timely monthly financial closing.
- Accurate financial reporting.
- Strong internal controls.
- Zero financial compliance delays.
- Timely statutory filings.
- Board-ready financial reports.
- Budget monitoring.
- Cash flow management.
- Audit readiness.
- Financial risk reporting.
- Finance dashboards and KPIs.
Required Skills
- Strong understanding of Accounting Standards (Ind AS)
- Companies Act, 2013
- SEBI (LODR) Regulations
- Financial Reporting
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Cash Flow Management
- Internal Financial Controls (IFC)
- Treasury Management
- Working Capital Management
- Audit Coordination
- GST
- Income Tax
- TDS
- Banking & Finance
- Risk Management
- Financial Analysis
- Cost Control
- Business Finance
- MIS Reporting
Software Knowledge
Must Have:
- Advanced Microsoft Excel
- Tally Prime
- MS Office
Preferred:
- SAP
- Oracle
- Microsoft Dynamics
- Zoho Books
- Busy
- ERP Systems
- Power BI
Ideal Candidate Profile
We are looking for a Chartered Accountant who:
- Has experience working with listed or SME-listed companies.
- Understands corporate governance and financial compliance.
- Can independently lead the finance function.
- Has strong analytical and decision-making skills.
- Is capable of interacting confidently with auditors, bankers, consultants, regulators, and senior management.
- Demonstrates high integrity, professionalism, and accountability.
- Is proactive in improving systems, controls, and financial processes.
- Possesses excellent communication and leadership abilities.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- 100% on-time financial reporting.
- 100% compliance with statutory deadlines.
- Timely completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual closing.
- Zero material audit qualifications attributable to internal finance processes.
- Effective working capital management.
- Accurate management dashboards and Board reports.
- Timely closure of audit observations.
- Strengthened internal financial controls.
- Improved cash flow and cost management.
- High-quality support to the Board, Audit Committee, and senior management.
Why Join?
- Opportunity to work with a growing NSE SME Listed Company.
- Exposure to Board-level decision-making and strategic finance.
- Leadership role with significant responsibility and impact.
- Opportunity to build world-class finance and governance systems.
- Collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.
Career progression alongside the Company's long-term growth journey
Work Location: In person
Pay: ₹70,000.00 - ₹80,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
