Financial Controller

Financial Controller & Strategist

Location

Hyderabad, India (Work from Office)

Employment Type

Full-Time

Reporting To

CEO & CFO Advisor

Experience Required

5–8 years preferred

About Kanerika

Kanerika Inc. is a premier global software products and services firm specializing in innovative solutions for data-driven enterprises. We help organizations achieve digital transformation through Data Analytics, Data Governance, AI/ML, GenAI/LLM, and modern cloud technologies.

Our mission is to empower businesses to maximize impact through intelligent data-driven decision-making and scalable technology solutions.

Awards & Recognitions

• Best Place to Work 2023 by Great Place to Work®
• Top 10 Most Recommended RPA Start-Ups in 2022 by RPA Today
• NASSCOM Emerge 50 Award
• Frost & Sullivan India 2021 Technology Innovation Award
• ISO 27701, SOC2, and GDPR compliant organization

Global Presence

Kanerika operates across:

• Austin, USA
• Singapore
• Hyderabad, Ahmedabad & Indore, India

Role Overview

We are looking for a detail-oriented and strategic Financial Controller & Strategist to join our leadership team.

This role combines financial stewardship with strategic financial planning. The ideal candidate will oversee accounting operations, compliance, treasury activities, financial planning & analysis, investor readiness, and strategic business support for a fast-scaling global business.

You will work closely with the CEO and CFO Advisor to support board-level decision-making and drive financial excellence across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

A. Financial Control, Governance & Treasury

• Maintain accurate financial records in accordance with accounting standards
• Oversee accounts payable, receivable, payroll, monthly closings, and reconciliations
• Coordinate internal and external audits
• Ensure statutory, SEZ, GST, and tax compliance
• Liaise with vendors, legal teams, and banks for financial documentation
• Support treasury initiatives and cash flow planning

B. FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis)

• Build and update financial models for revenue, expenses, and growth scenarios
• Track burn rate, gross margins, and EBITDA trends across services and SaaS products
• Provide monthly dashboards and actionable business insights to leadership
• Conduct variance analysis (budget vs actuals) with root cause analysis and impact mapping

C. Investor & Board Readiness

• Maintain investor pitch decks, financial disclosures, and cap tables
• Support due diligence processes, data rooms, and investor queries
• Align financial forecasts with broader business strategy and stakeholder narratives

D. Strategic Business Partnering

• Collaborate with business unit heads on pricing, cost optimization, and resource planning
• Partner with HR on payroll budgeting and Sales on revenue forecasting
• Identify financial risks and recommend mitigation strategies

Required Skills & Tools

• Strong expertise in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with Zoho Books, QuickBooks, or similar accounting software
• Exposure to Tableau, Power BI, or dashboarding tools is a plus
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills
• Working knowledge of Indian and US accounting standards and compliance frameworks

Qualities We Value

• Highly reliable and detail-oriented
• Ability to handle confidential and board-level information
• Strong business acumen with a bias for action
• Proactive mindset and strong problem-solving abilities

Bonus Skills (Good to Have)

• Experience in a consulting + SaaS business model
• Experience supporting valuation work for Series A/B fundraising
• Exposure to global entity structuring and transfer pricing (US–India)

Why Join Kanerika

• Work with a passionate and innovative global team
• Gain exposure to strategic financial leadership and board-level initiatives
• Opportunity to make a direct impact in a fast-growing organization
• Collaborative, growth-oriented work environment
• Career growth and leadership opportunities

Employee Benefits

Culture & Work Environment

• Open Door Policy
• Collaborative office culture
• Flexible working hours
• Employee referral bonuses
• Performance appraisals twice a year

Inclusivity & Diversity

• Inclusive hiring practices
• Mandatory POSH training
• Safe and respectful work environment

Health & Wellness Benefits

• GMC and Term Insurance
• Health Insurance Coverage
• Disability Insurance

Child Care & Parental Benefits

• Company-sponsored family events
• Generous parental leave
• Family medical leave

Time-Off & Perks

• Company-sponsored outings
• Provident Fund & Gratuity
• Generous PTO policy
• Paid sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Bereavement leave

Professional Development

• Access to FLEX Enterprise Learning Repository
• Mentorship programs
• Job training initiatives
• Professional certification reimbursements
• Internal growth opportunities

Interested Candidates

Apply now and become part of a fast-growing organization driving innovation through Data, AI, and Digital Transformation.