Finance Controller - Business & Operations

JOB DESCRIPTION
Finance Controller - Business & Operations
Finance Controller - Business & Operations
Role
Job Category
Reporting to
Direct reports
Location
Finance
Finance Director
None
Mumbai
Summary of the role
A Finance specialist role that supports both the commercial and operational sides of the business. The role works closely with
Sales, Marketing, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement and R&D to turn financial and operational data into clear insights
for decision-making. It covers revenue and margin analysis, budgeting and forecasting, product costing, inventory, operating
costs, capital expenditure, compliance, reporting and process improvement. The position reports directly to the Finance
Director.
Responsibilities
Analyse revenue, margins and profitability by business segment and growth area. Monitor performance against budget and
forecast, prepare management reports with short- and long-term scenarios, and provide clear recommendations.
Work with the receivables and credit teams where their input affects revenue reporting and commercial decisions.
Lead monthly product costing and inventory accounting, including weighted average costing, valuation, provisions and
reconciliations.
Analyse manufacturing, warehouse, transportation and other operating costs. Investigate variances and work with relevant
functions to identify practical actions that improve efficiency and support commercial and operational decisions.
Manage capital expenditure, including review of investment proposals and business cases, tracking of project spend,
capitalisation, reporting and the related financial controls.
Maintain reliable financial data in ERP and business-intelligence systems, govern sales-incentive calculations and support
cost, statutory, internal and group audits with schedules and analysis. Drive process improvements to strengthen controls,
reporting quality and efficiency.
Qualifications
Masters degree in Finance or another relevant discipline.
Qualified Chartered Accountant or Cost Accountant is an advantage.
¢ 3-5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or plant finance, product costing, commercial controlling, audit or
financial reporting.
¢ Sound knowledge of revenue and margin analysis, budgeting and forecasting, month-end closing, inventory, product
costing, fixed assets, capital expenditure and internal controls.
¢ Hands-on experience with an ERP system such as SAP or equivalent, business-intelligence tools and Microsoft Excel.
¢ Experience with macros, Hyperion, automation or process improvement is an advantage.
¢ Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to work independently and explain
financial matters clearly to non-finance colleagues.
Personal qualities we look for
¢ Takes initiative, accepts ownership and follows through on commitments.
¢ Understands complex issues and makes practical, well-reasoned decisions.
¢ Communicates clearly and can influence stakeholders with confidence.
¢ Works well across functions, shares knowledge and supports common goals.
¢ Focuses on business impact, risk management and financial discipline.
We offer
¢ Competitive compensation and benefits.
¢ Continuous learning through on-the-job and in-house training.
¢ Career development opportunities across disciplines and geographies.
¢ An engaging, supportive and inclusive culture with collaborative leadership and social activities.

Regards

Sayyad Gafoor

Senior Consultant - Sourcing

[email removed]

persolindia.com

Sriram Samanthu Chambers, # 3287,
12th Main Indiranagar, Bangalore I India

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