Financial Controller

Job Description

Seasons Greetings!! from Team Amor India only Talent Acquisition Firm dedicated to servicing the Talents from the Auto OEM and Tier -1 Domain. With over 20+ years of experience,100+ Leadership/CxOs placements spread across Automotive, Energy and Manufacturing Domain partnering with the very best of Indian Conglomerates and Fortune 500 Companies PAN India. Team Amor has a successful track record of complete completing 60+ Greenfield Projects & atleast 10+ Technology Centres/ R&D/Product Engineering Verticals partnering with Automotive leaders and global clients over the years for Ford, Renault Nissan, General Electric (GE), Asia Motor Works, Daimler Commercial Vehicles, Tata Motors, Suzuki Motors Gujarat, M&M, Magna Group, Faurecia, Valeo and Many more.. We have an opportunity for Financial controller with one of our client basedout of Hyderabad. Please find the roles and responsibilities below. Job Objective: To lead and strengthen the financial control function for a 20,000+ crore multi-entity organization, ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, effective internal controls, and optimized financial operations. The Financial Controller will play a strategic role in driving fiscal discipline, supporting business growth, and enabling sound decision-making through robust financial governance and insightful analysis. Roles and Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Compliance Lead accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in compliance with Ind AS and applicable laws. Ensure consolidation of accounts across business units, legal entities, and geographies. Coordinate with statutory and internal auditors for smooth audit closure with clean reports. Ensure compliance with all statutory regulations including GST, Income Tax, Companies Act, and other financial regulations. Budgeting, Planning & Analysis Drive the annual budgeting process and oversee rolling forecasts across business functions. Monitor actual vs. budget performance, perform variance analysis, and provide actionable insights. Partner with business leaders to translate strategic goals into financial plans. Internal Controls & Risk Management Design, implement, and monitor strong internal control systems across all retail locations and corporate offices. Regularly review and update SOPs to minimize financial, operational, and compliance risks. Lead initiatives for fraud detection and prevention, especially in store-level cash handling, inventory, and procurement. Working Capital & Treasury Management Optimize working capital components (receivables, payables, inventory) for efficient fund utilization. Oversee cash flow management and ensure sufficient liquidity for business operations. Manage banking relationships and monitor treasury operations including fund allocation and investment decisions. Operations Finance Monitor store-level financial performance, including profitability analysis by store, region, and product category. Ensure accurate and timely recording of sales, returns, discounts, and cash reconciliations across all retail outlets. Work closely with retail operations teams to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness in store operations. ERP Systems & Automation Drive implementation, upgrades, and optimization of ERP and financial systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.). Lead digitization and automation initiatives for reporting, inventory tracking, and compliance. Ensure strong data governance and system-driven controls for audit trails and reporting accuracy. Team Leadership & Capability Building Lead and mentor finance and accounts teams at central and regional levels. Build capability and foster a performance-oriented culture within the finance function. Ensure clear delegation, accountability, and succession planning across teams. Strategic Support Serve as a strategic partner to the CFO and senior leadership in driving growth, profitability, and investor confidence. Provide financial modelling, scenario planning, and commercial insights for strategic initiatives (e.g., expansion, pricing, cost restructuring). Support M&A, fund-raising, and investor reporting as required. What we are looking for: Educational Qualifications Chartered Accountant (CA) Mandatory Additional qualifications such as CMA , CPA , or MBA in Finance will be an added advantage Experience 15 to 20 years of progressive experience in Finance, Accounting, and Controllership roles. Minimum 57 years in a senior leadership role managing finance for multi-location, high-volume retail, trading, Q-Commerce, E-Commerce or last-mile mobility, Urban Logistics or Automotive Aftermarket or Prior experience in handling organizations with large-scale operations , preferably with a turnover of 10,000 Cr or more . Functional Expertise Strong expertise in: Financial reporting and Ind AS compliance Budgeting, forecasting , and financial planning & analysis (FP&A) Working capital management Direct & indirect taxation , especially GST Inventory & cost controls in a retail environment Retail-specific finance operations like point-of-sale accounting, returns reconciliation, and shrinkage control Exposure to consolidated group reporting for multiple legal entities Proven experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle , or similar) Strategic & Operational Leadership Demonstrated ability to align financial processes with business strategy and operational goals Experience in supporting store expansion , new business models (e.g., e-commerce, omnichannel), and cost optimization initiatives Hands-on experience in implementing or upgrading internal control systems and process automation People & Stakeholder Management Strong leadership and team-building skills; capable of managing large finance teams across regional offices Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders including Operations, Supply Chain, IT, and HR Capable of presenting complex financial insights to CXOs , board members , and external stakeholders Attributes & Mindset High level of integrity, transparency , and ownership Strong analytical mindset with commercial acumen Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-growth , and multi-entity environments Ability to travel frequently to regional offices and retail locations as needed Desirable Industry Exposure Retail (multi-format), Apparel, Electronics, FMCG, Consumer Durables, QSR, or Trading organizations with a strong physical footprint Exposure to digital transformation , omnichannel retailing , supply chain platforms, or e-commerce is a plus If Interested, please do send out your profile to: - hr23@amormc.com incase if you are not interested in the above-mentioned opening, please do forward the same to your colleagues and friends who would be seeking a change for a dynamic growth with one of the most admired companies in the country