Deputy Director - F&A (Financial Controller)

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Closure

• Manage day-to-day accounting and ensure timely monthly/annual closure of books
• Review and finalize Trial Balance, ledgers, and schedules
• Ensure accurate accounting for service revenue, expenses, and project-based accounting
• Segment P&L, consolidation of books of accounts of domestic and foreign entities
• Good knowledge of Indian accounting standards and IFRS.

Financial Reporting & MIS

• Prepare financial statements and ensure regulatory compliance
• Deliver monthly MIS reports in prescribed formats and various other reports to track the business performance.

Taxation & Compliance

• Oversee TDS and GST compliance, filings, and reconciliations
• Manage Advance Tax, Self-Assessment Tax, and TDS receivables
• Support Tax Audit and Transfer Pricing documentation
• Provide data for Income tax and GST assessments
• Handle routine notices and liaise with authorities

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Supervise Accounts Payable: contract review, invoice validation, and payment approvals
• Manage Accounts Receivable: billing, collections, and debtor ageing
• Drive efficiency in working capital for monthly and fortnightly basis

Payroll & Audit

• Oversee payroll processing and compliance (PF, ESIC, etc.)
• Coordinate with statutory, internal, and tax auditors for timely closure

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure compliance with SEZ regulations, loan covenants, and labor laws
• Maintain compliance calendar and documentation
• Strengthen internal controls and financial processes

Budgeting & Cash Flow

Role Summary

• Support annual budgeting and track actuals vs budget
• Monitor and manage cash flow and liquidity

Additional Responsibilities

• Manage banking relationships and day-to-day treasury operations
• Drive process improvements and automation in finance
• Lead and mentor the finance team
• Strong accounting and compliance knowledge (GST, TDS)
• Hands-on, detail-oriented, and execution-driven
• Good team management and coordination skills