Role Overview
Function: Finance
Reporting to: Lead Finance Controller
Team Size: 46 members
As Manager Finance Controllership (Retail BU), you will own end-to-end finance controllership for the business unit, ensuring strong governance, compliance, scalability, and financial discipline to support rapid growth.
Key Responsibilities
Finance Controllership & BU Ownership
- Own BU-level profitability, internal controls, and financial governance in partnership with the BU Head
- Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant accounting across all operations
- Enable decision-making through high-quality financial insights focused on growth, capital efficiency, and cash management
- Build scalable finance processes and systems to support business expansion
Financial Accounting & Reporting
- Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and month-end close as per finance calendar
- Ensure compliance with applicable GAAP, Companies Act, 2013, and internal policies
- Develop, implement, and monitor financial policies and procedures
Tax & Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure compliance with Withholding Tax, GST, FEMA, and other applicable state and central regulations
- Manage ongoing tax assessments and regulatory requirements
Internal Controls
- Design, implement, and operate robust internal control frameworks, including manual and system-driven controls
Year-End Close & Audit
- Lead annual financial closure and preparation of financial statements
- Manage statutory audits and coordination with Big 4 audit firms
Stakeholder Management
- Partner with senior leadership and cross-functional teams
- Liaise with banks, auditors, tax consultants, regulatory authorities
- Coordinate with customers, e-commerce aggregators, and payment gateway finance teams
Technology & Systems
- Provide inputs and support development/enhancement of in-house ERP and finance systems
Eligibility & Skill Requirements
Education
- Chartered Accountant (CA)
Experience
- 67 years of post-qualification experience
Technical Expertise
- Strong hands-on experience in accounting under IGAAP and Companies Act, 2013
- In-depth knowledge of GST, Withholding Tax, FEMA, and corporate laws
- Experience in month-end close and day-to-day accounting operations
- Exposure to B2C businesses and e-commerce aggregators preferred
- Experience managing Big 4 audit firms
- Strong MS Excel, PowerPoint, and ERP/process design skills
Behavioral Competencies
- Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset
- Experience managing teams of 46 members
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight timelines
- Excellent stakeholder management skills
