Finance Controller

Novonesis; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Novonesis is seeking a Financial Controller to own key financial processes for investment projects, ensuring IFRS compliance and robust governance. The role requires collaboration with project managers, cost controllers, accounting teams, and auditors to deliver accurate financial information.

Responsibilities include month-end close ownership, capitalization decisions, asset management, intercompany processes, and budgeting/forecasting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree inFinance, Accounting, Economics required.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS principles and capitalisation/asset accounting.
• Experience with ERP finance systems and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end closing activities including accruals and validation of results.
• Ensure proper accounting treatment of project expenditures and asset accounting.
• Support governance processes, audits and investment reporting.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics

Tools

ERP finance systems

Job description

Interested in a career that matters?Interested in a career that matters?Are you passionate about ensuring financial integrity and enabling confident investment decisions? Join our Finance organization as a Financial Controller, where you will play a critical role in safeguarding accounting compliance, delivering reliable financial reporting, and supporting major investment initiatives.You will work across project and finance stakeholders, helping ensure that investments are accounted for correctly, financial governance is maintained, and business decisions are supported by accurate and transparent financial information. This role serves as an important bridge between project teams and Finance, contributing to sound financial stewardship and long-term value creation.The Role & Your ImpactAs a Financial Controller, you will own key financial processes associated with investment projects and ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal governance requirements. The role combines operational execution with financial advisory responsibilities and requires extensive collaboration with project managers, cost controllers, accounting teams, and auditors.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and coordinate month-end closing activities, including accruals, repostings, and validation of financial results.Ensure appropriate accounting treatment of project expenditures, including capitalization, reserves, and IT/OT categorization.Manage asset accounting processes, including asset creation, activation requirements, and depreciation activities.Drive internal rate governance activities, annual true-ups, and intercompany invoicing processes.Consolidate budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-term financial inputs while delivering investment reporting.Support governance processes, audit activities, investment approvals, and WBS structure setup.What You'll Need to Be SuccessfulRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.Minimum 5 years of experience in controlling, accounting, or financial management.Strong knowledge of capitalization, asset accounting, accrual accounting, and IFRS principles.Experience working with ERP finance systems.Strong analytical and financial reporting capabilities.Essential CompetenciesFinancial governance and compliance mindset.Ability to challenge decisions constructively while maintaining strong partnerships.Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.Stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.Additional Skills & Interests We ValueExperience supporting large capital investment projects.Knowledge of project accounting and project controlling methodologies.Experience with intercompany transactions and global finance environments.Familiarity with audit processes and investment governance frameworks.Continuous improvement mindset and interest in optimizing financial processes.What We OfferOpportunity to work on strategically important investment initiatives.Exposure to senior stakeholders across Finance and project organizations.Collaborative environment focused on financial excellence and compliance.Opportunities for professional development and career growth within a global organization.A culture that values partnership, accountability, and continuous learning.Ways of working:Job Location – Novonesis Plant, Patalganga MIDC (Near Panvel, Navi Mumbai)Transport - Available from Kharghar Station and Panvel Station.Work: - 5 days from officeApplication deadline: - 19th October 2026Our purpose guides the wayIn Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.Opportunities for everyoneWe are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying.We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.Explore other openingsIf this position isn’t the right fit, you may still find other opportunities with us. You’re welcome to explore open roles or create a job agent to stay connected with future opportunities at novonesis.com/Career