Manager - India Controller

Job Requirements

About Godrej Industries Limited and Associate Companies (GILAC)

GILAC is a holding company of the Godrej Group. We have significant interests in consumer goods, real estate, agriculture, chemicals, and financial services through our subsidiary and associate companies, across 18 countries.

https://www.godrejindustries.com/

About Godrej Consumer Products Limited (GCPL)

Godrej Consumer Products is a leading emerging markets company. As part of the over 125-year young Godrej Group, we are fortunate to have a proud legacy built on the strong values of trust, integrity, and respect for others. At the same time, we are growing fast and have exciting, ambitious aspirations.

Today, our Group enjoys the patronage of 1.2 billion consumers globally, across different businesses. We rank among the largest Household Insecticide and Hair Care players in emerging markets. In Household Insecticides, we are the leader in India, the second largest player in Indonesia and are expanding our footprint in Africa. We are the leader in serving the Hair Care needs of women of African descent, the number one player in Hair Colour in India and Sub-Saharan Africa, and among the leading players in Latin America. We rank number two in Soaps in India and are the number one player in Air Fresheners and Wet Tissues in Indonesia.

But for us, it is very important that besides our strong financial performance and innovative, much-loved products, we remain a good company. Approximately 23 per cent of the promoter holding in our Group is held in trusts that invest in the environment, health, and education. We are also bringing together our passion and purpose to make a difference through our Good &Green approach to create a more inclusive and greener India.

At the heart of all of this is our talented team. We take much pride in fostering an inspiring workplace, with an agile and high-performance culture. We are also deeply committed to recognizing and valuing diversity across our teams.

https://www.godrejcp.com/

About The Role

To lead financial controlling, statutory reporting, governance, and compliance activities for GCPL India(Listed entity) and its wholly owned Indian subsidiaries.

Key Responsibilities –

• Lead and coordinate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close activities, ensuring timely and accurate closure of books of accounts.
• Review Trial Balance and ensure accuracy of accounting records and financial reporting.
• Prepare and review management information reports (MIS)
• Preparation and review of standalone financial statements and related disclosures in accordance with Ind AS and statutory requirements.
• Lead the closure of statutory audits and ITAC audits across legal entities and ensure timely resolution of audit observations.
• Managing the preparation, review, and accuracy of financial indicators and disclosures for Business Responsibility & Sustainability Reporting (BRSR)
• Review and account for complex accounting transactions including PLVR, Structured Financing, ESOP, Expected Credit Loss (ECL), impairment assessment, and other significant accounting entries.
• Monitor and review working capital, intercompany balances, and export receivables.
• Manage Related Party Transaction (RPT) compliances and disclosures.
• Review contingent liability assessments, including indirect tax matters, and ensure appropriate financial statement disclosures.
• Coordinate actuarial valuations and accounting for employee benefit obligations.
• Ensure compliance with MSME reporting requirements and other statutory reporting obligations.
• Provide day-to-day accounting guidance on Ind AS, regulatory requirements, and complex business transactions.
• Drive continuous process improvements, strengthen internal controls, and support automation initiatives within the Controlling function.
• Partner with internal stakeholders, auditors, tax teams, and business functions to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting and compliance.
  
  

Qualification & Experience –

• Chartered Accountant with 3-4 years of experience
• Atleast 1-2 year of relevant experience in controlling in India headquartered listed entity ( Not Shared Services)
• Candidates with prior Big 4 audit experience will be preferred
  
  

Skills Required –

• Strong knowledge of Ind AS, Schedule III, Companies Act, and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience in statutory audits, internal controls, and financial governance.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial modelling skills.
• Proficiency in SAP, Advanced Excel, and reporting tools.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and project coordination skills.
  
  

Work Experience

2-4 years

Benefits

Be an equal parent

Maternity support, including paid leave ahead of statutory guidelines, and flexible work options on return

Paternity support, including paid leave

New mothers can bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travel

Adoption support; gender neutral and based on the primary caregiver, with paid leave options

No place for discrimination at Godrej

Gender-neutral anti-harassment policy

Same sex partner benefits at par with married spouses

Gender transition support

We Are Selfish About Your Wellness

Comprehensive health insurance plans, as well as accident coverage for you and your family, with top-up options

Uncapped sick leave

Mental wellness and self-care programmes, resources and counselling

Celebrating wins, the Godrej Way

Structured recognition platforms for individual, team and business-level achievements

Performance-based earning opportunities

https://www.godrejcareers.com/benefits/

An inclusive Godrej

Before you go, there is something important we want to highlight. There is no place for discrimination at Godrej. Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company. And has been for over a century. It's not just in our DNA and nice to do. Being more diverse - especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities - helps us innovate better and grow faster. We hope this resonates with you.

We take pride in being an equal opportunities employer. We recognise merit and encourage diversity. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination on the basis of nationality, race, colour, religion, caste, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or marital status and ensure equal opportunities for all our team members.

If this sounds like a role for you, apply now!

We look forward to meeting you.