Finance Controller

Ugaoo Agritech Pvt Ltd; Pune District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Ugaoo Agritech Pvt Ltd in Pune, Maharashtra, seeks a Finance Controller to lead financial operations, ensure accuracy and compliance, and drive process excellence across reporting, budgeting, taxation, and audits. The role collaborates with Operations, Supply Chain, Sales and Leadership to align financial goals with business strategy.

The ideal candidate is a qualified CA with 5–7 years in finance or controllership, strong MIS and forecasting skills, and hands-on experience with AR, AP,

Qualifications

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with 5–7 years in finance, accounting, or controllership roles.
• Strong understanding of MIS, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Deep knowledge of revenue principles, cost structures, and inventory accounting.

Responsibilities

• Lead overall financial operations, reporting, compliance, and controls.
• Prepare MIS reports, financial dashboards, and performance insights.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

Skills

MIS Reporting

Budgeting & Forecasting

Financial Analysis

Revenue Recognition

Audit

Finance Operations

Stakeholder Management

Education

CA (Chartered Accountant)

Tools

ERP systems

MS Excel

Job description

At Ugaoo, we’ve always believed plants are more than décor — they’re companions, healers, and reminders of what truly matters. What began as a small idea sparked by a plant on a windowsill has grown into India’s leading gardening brand, backed by marquee investors like DSG Consumer Partners and V3 Ventures. From our 25-acre farm in Talegaon to a thriving D2C store and retail presence across Pune, Mumbai, and Bangalore — we’re building an ecosystem that brings nature closer to homes, offices, and communities

About the role:

The Finance Controller will lead the financial operations at Ugaoo with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and process excellence. The role involves managing financial reporting, budgeting, taxation, audits, and core finance functions while working closely with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of accounting and tax principles, and the ability to improve financial systems and solve operational challenges.

Responsibilities:

• Manage overall financial operations, reporting, compliance, and controls
• Prepare and analyze MIS reports, financial dashboards, and performance insights
• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Work closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, and Leadership teams for financial alignment
• Ensure accurate revenue recognition and adherence to accounting principles
• Oversee stock and inventory accounting, reconciliations, and valuation processes
• Manage Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), Treasury, and FinOps
• Independently handle statutory and internal audits from planning to closure
• Address and resolve audit observations with clarity and accuracy
• Ensure compliance with all direct and indirect tax requirementsDrive improvements in internal controls, financial systems, and process efficiency
• Identify and solve structural financial or operational problems
• Communicate financial insights and recommendations to senior management
• Support strategic decision-making through data-driven analysis

Requirements:

• 5–7 years of experience in finance, accounting, or controllership roles
• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA)
• Strong understanding of MIS, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Deep knowledge of revenue principles, cost structures, and inventory accounting
• Hands‑on experience managing AR, AP, Treasury, and finance operations
• Proven track record of independently handling audits
• Ability to respond effectively to audit queries and observations
• Strong communication, analytical thinking, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to identify and resolve structural issues in finance processes
• Experience in ecommerce, retail, supply‑chain‑driven, or inventory‑heavy industries preferred

Required Skills

• Internal Audit
• Finance Team Management
• Month End Closing
• MIS Reporting
• Stakeholder Management
• Finance Controller
• Accounts Receivable
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Financial Reporting
• Accounts Payable