Financial Controller - CA - (5-6 years)

About Company

The company operates in the beauty and personal care industry, focusing on developing and marketing consumer products through digital-first and direct-to-consumer channels.

Job Description

Role Overview

We're hiring a Financial Controller to own and strengthen company's core finance, accounting, and compliance function.

This is a high-ownership role responsible for closing, controls, audits, statutory compliance, and financial hygiene working closely with founders, auditors, banks, and internal teams. You'll play a critical role in building a strong financial backbone for a fast-growing consumer brand.

Key Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end accounting and financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual closes.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of books of accounts in compliance with Indian GAAP and statutory requirements.
• Manage statutory compliances GST, TDS, income tax, ROC filings, and related reconciliations.
• Lead audit processes (statutory, tax, internal) and coordinate with auditors and consultants.
• Maintain strong financial controls, SOPs, and documentation across processes.
• Oversee banking, payments, reconciliations, and cash flow management.
• Partner with business finance and leadership to support fundraising, due diligence, and investor reporting.
• Support system/process improvements as the company scales (ERP, controls, automation).

What We're Looking For

58 years of experience in controllership, accounting, audit, or core finance roles.

Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) is strongly preferred.

Experience in consumer, D2C, FMCG, or startup environments is a strong plus.

Strong knowledge of statutory compliance, audits, GST, TDS, and financial controls.

Hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in a fast-growing, evolving setup