Associate Finance Controller-FTC

About the Company:

JMAN Group is a fast-growing data engineering & data science consultancy. We work primarily with Private Equity Funds and their Portfolio Companies to create commercial value using Data & Artificial Intelligence. In addition, we also work with growth businesses, large corporates, multinationals, and charities.

We are headquartered in London with Offices in New York, London and Chennai. Our team of over 450 people is a unique blend of individuals with skills across commercial consulting, data science and software engineering.

We were founded by cousins Anush Newman (Co-founder & CEO) and Leo Valan (Co-founder & CTO) and have grown rapidly since 2019. In May 2023 we took a minority investment from Baird Capital and in January 2024 we opened an office in New York with the ambition of growing our US business to be as large as, if not bigger than, our European business by 2027.

Role Overview

JMAN Group is seeking an Associate Financial Controller to lead and support the finance team based in Chennai during a busy and critical period for the business. This role has been created to provide hands‑on leadership and stability as we progress through statutory audits, manage ongoing tax and regulatory compliance in India, and support the global implementation of the Workday ERP system.

This is a 12‑month fixed‑term role, with an opportunity to extend or transition to a permanent position, subject to business needs and performance. We are looking for someone who can hit the ground running, take ownership of day‑to‑day finance operations, and act as a strong link between the Chennai team and the global finance leadership.

Requirements

• Education

Qualified Chartered Accountant from a recognised professional body (e.g. CA India, ACCA, CIMA, ACA, CPA)

• Skills

Exceptional attention to detail, with a strong commitment to accuracy and high-quality output

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and time zones

• Technical Proficiency
• Proficient in financial software and systems
• Advanced Excel skills.