Retail - Financial Controller

Role Overview

Function: Finance

Reporting to: Lead Finance Controller

Team Size: 4–6 members

As Manager – Finance Controllership (Retail BU) , you will own end-to-end finance controllership for the business unit, ensuring strong governance, compliance, scalability, and financial discipline to support rapid growth.

Key Responsibilities

Finance Controllership & BU Ownership

• Own BU-level profitability, internal controls, and financial governance in partnership with the BU Head
• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant accounting across all operations
• Enable decision-making through high-quality financial insights focused on growth, capital efficiency, and cash management
• Build scalable finance processes and systems to support business expansion

Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and month-end close as per finance calendar
• Ensure compliance with applicable GAAP, Companies Act, 2013, and internal policies
• Develop, implement, and monitor financial policies and procedures

Tax & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Withholding Tax, GST, FEMA, and other applicable state and central regulations
• Manage ongoing tax assessments and regulatory requirements

Internal Controls

• Design, implement, and operate robust internal control frameworks, including manual and system-driven controls

Year-End Close & Audit

• Lead annual financial closure and preparation of financial statements
• Manage statutory audits and coordination with Big 4 audit firms

Stakeholder Management

• Partner with senior leadership and cross-functional teams
• Liaise with banks, auditors, tax consultants, regulatory authorities
• Coordinate with customers, e-commerce aggregators, and payment gateway finance teams

Technology & Systems

• Provide inputs and support development/enhancement of in-house ERP and finance systems

Eligibility & Skill Requirements

Education

• Chartered Accountant (CA)

Experience

• 6–7 years of post-qualification experience

Technical Expertise

• Strong hands-on experience in accounting under IGAAP and Companies Act, 2013
• In-depth knowledge of GST, Withholding Tax, FEMA, and corporate laws
• Experience in month-end close and day-to-day accounting operations
• Exposure to B2C businesses and e-commerce aggregators preferred
• Experience managing Big 4 audit firms
• Strong MS Excel, PowerPoint, and ERP/process design skills

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset
• Experience managing teams of 4–6 members
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight timelines
• Excellent stakeholder management skills