Controller in India at Jobgether

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Controller based in India.

This role is a critical finance leadership position responsible for overseeing and strengthening the full spectrum of financial operations across a growing, multi-entity organization. You will take ownership of accounting, reporting, budgeting, compliance, and internal controls while ensuring financial integrity and operational efficiency. Acting as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, you will provide actionable financial insights that guide strategic decisions and support sustainable business growth. The role requires a balance of hands-on execution and strategic thinking, with a strong focus on process improvement and scalability. You will play a key part in shaping financial governance and enabling business expansion in a fast-evolving environment. This is a high-impact opportunity for a finance professional who thrives in autonomy and cross-functional collaboration.

• Oversee end-to-end accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare, review, and ensure accuracy of financial statements on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis in line with applicable accounting standards.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities, including variance analysis and performance tracking against business goals.
• Provide financial insights, analysis, and reporting to support strategic decision-making and executive leadership planning.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, statutory requirements, and internal financial policies across multiple entities.
• Develop and maintain strong internal controls, financial processes, and governance frameworks to mitigate risk and ensure accuracy.
• Manage cash flow, liquidity, working capital, and banking relationships to support financial stability and operational needs.
• Drive process improvements, system enhancements, and ERP utilization to increase efficiency and scalability of financial operations.
• Support audits and liaise with external auditors, consultants, and regulatory bodies as required.
• Partner with business leaders to support financial accountability, operational planning, and company-wide initiatives.

• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in accounting and finance, including senior leadership or controller-level responsibilities.
• Proven experience in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and compliance management.
• Strong expertise in managing month-end/year-end close processes, payroll, taxation, and statutory compliance.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Highly organized, self-driven, and comfortable working independently in a remote environment.
• Experience in technology, consulting, professional services, or multi-entity organizations is an advantage.

• Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and responsibility.
• Variable performance-based compensation and loyalty bonuses.
• Remote-first work setup with company-provided equipment.
• Opportunity to directly influence strategic financial and business decisions.
• High-autonomy environment with strong leadership trust and ownership culture.
• Exposure to multi-entity financial operations and scalable process design.
• Close collaboration with executive leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Opportunity to build and optimize financial systems in a growing organization.