Financial Controller - Autocomponent - Chennai

We are seeking a Qualified CA seasoned Financial Controller to lead Reporting and Consolidation function of leading auto component group company in Chennai corporate office. In this strategic role, you will oversee the integrity of financial statements, ensuring finalisation and compliance with GAAP and IFRS standards. You will act as a key partner to the CFO and regional leadership teams, providing actionable financial insights that drive informed decision-making. Experience in Balancesheet finalisation and Taxation is must.

Key Responsibilities:

- Direct the end-to-end financial consolidation process for global entities to ensure accurate and timely delivery of consolidated financial statements to executive stakeholders.

- Establish and enforce robust internal controls and accounting policies to guarantee full compliance with GAAP and IFRS regulatory requirements.

- Taxation (Direct)

- Partner with cross-functional leadership to interpret complex accounting data, providing clear narratives that explain business performance and variances.

- Mentor and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of technical excellence and operational efficiency.

- Manage external audit relationships and regulatory filings to maintain the company's reputation for fiscal integrity and transparency.

Required Skillset:

- A qualified CA, complemented by a minimum of 15 - 18 years of progressive experience in financial control and reporting roles with experience in accounting and taxation.

- Demonstrated mastery in managing complex financial consolidations and multi-currency reporting within large-scale, global organizational structures.

- Proven ability to navigate intricate GAAP and IFRS accounting standards, ensuring all financial disclosures meet the highest levels of regulatory scrutiny.

- Advanced technical proficiency in SAP HANA.

- Strong executive presence and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial concepts into strategic insights for non-finance stakeholders.

- Exceptional leadership capabilities, evidenced by a history of building, managing, and mentoring diverse finance teams to achieve departmental goals.

- Ability to thrive in a collaborative, on-site work environment in Chennai, maintaining high standards of productivity and team engagement.