Manager Finance & Accounts

Job Description Manager- Finance Operations & Controllership (Permanent)

Role Title

Manager Finance Operations & Controllership

(also referred to as Financial Controller)

Reporting

Reports to: Head- Finance Controller

Dotted line: Chief finance Officer (CFO)/ / Audit Committee (for controls & audit matters only)

Location

Pune, Chennai(need to travel as per work commitment)

Role Context

The role is responsible for endtoend finance operations, statutory compliance, audit readiness, and internal controls in a company transitioning towards IPO and rapid scale.

This position ensures financial discipline, accuracy, and compliance, allowing the CFO to focus on strategic finance and capital markets.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Accounting & Close

a. Own monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes

b. Ensure timely and accurate books of accounts as per Ind AS

c. Maintain strong balance sheet hygiene and documentation

d. Lead consolidation (if multiple entities)

2. Audit, Tax & Compliance

a. Act as single point of contact for:

i. Statutory auditors

ii. Tax auditors

iii. Internal auditors

b. Drive audit planning, execution, closure, and resolution of issues

c. Ensure compliance with Companies Act, GST, Income Tax, FEMA (as applicable)

d. Proactively manage audit observations and regulatory risks

3. Internal Controls & IPO Readiness

a. Design and strengthen internal financial controls (IFC)

b. Drive SOP documentation, risk & control matrices, and process discipline

c. Support IPOrelated financial restatements and audit requirements

d. Ensure readiness for increased governance and public scrutiny

4. Treasury, Cash & Working Capital

a. Oversee cash management, banking operations, and fund flows

b. Monitor and optimize working capital (AR, AP, inventory)

c. Support CFO in bank reporting and covenant compliance.

5. Team & Process Leadership

a. Lead and develop finance operations team

b. Set clear roles, accountability, and timelines

c. Improve productivity through process simplification and automation

d. Partner with ERP / IT teams for finance systems effectiveness.

Candidate Profile

1. Experience & Background

a. 6-10 years of experience in Finance Operations / Controllership

b. Experience in:

i. Listed company, or

ii. PEbacked / large privatelyheld company with strong governance

c. Prior exposure to Big 4 (Audit or Accounting Advisory) is highly desirable

d. Handson experience with Ind AS and audit handling is mandatory

2. Qualifications

a. Chartered Accountant (CA) mandatory

b. Expertise in IND-AS accounting mode

3. Key Skills & Attributes

a. Deep understanding of accounting standards and controls

b. Ability to manage auditors and regulators confidently

c. Strong execution mindset with attention to detail

d. Authority to push discipline without escalation

e. Calm, structured, and processdriven leadership style

4. Languages

a. English mandatory

b. Hindi

c. Tamil- Added advantage