Manager - Controllership

Role: Manager – Controllership

Location: Bangalore

Role Overview

The Manager – Controllership will be responsible for managing all audit-related activities within the Finance Controllership function. This role will work closely with statutory auditors, internal auditors, tax consultants, and cross-functional teams to ensure strong internal controls, timely closures, and compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Management

• Lead and manage statutory audits, internal audits, tax audits, and other regulatory audits end-to-end.

• Act as the primary point of contact for auditors and consultants.

• Ensure timely closure of audit observations, qualifications, and management comments.

• Prepare audit schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documents.

Financial Controls & Compliance

• Design, implement, and continuously improve internal financial controls (IFC).

• Ensure compliance with Ind AS, Companies Act, GST, Income Tax, and other applicable regulations.

• Monitor adherence to SOPs and recommend process improvements to reduce risk.

Controllership & Reporting Support

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes.

• Review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and provisioning.

• Assist in preparation of financial statements and disclosures.

Stakeholder & Cross-functional Coordination

• Coordinate with business teams, operations, supply chain, and tech for audit requirements.

• Work closely with tax, legal, and compliance teams on audit-related matters.

• Provide guidance to junior team members on audit and compliance matters.

Risk & Process Improvement

• Identify control gaps, financial risks, and inefficiencies.

• Drive automation and process optimization in audit and reporting workflows.

• Support implementation of ERP and finance systems from a control perspective.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of audit processes, financial controls, and accounting standards

• Hands-on experience with statutory and internal audits

• Ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment

• Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

• High attention to detail and ownership mindset

Qualifications & Experience

• CA (Chartered Accountant) mandatory

• 5–8 years of relevant experience in audit / controllership / finance

• Experience in Big 4 or fast-growing startups preferred

• Exposure to agri, supply chain, e-commerce, or tech-led businesses is a plus