Finance Controller

Adani Ports and SEZ; Thiruvananthapuram; On-site; INR 7,000,000 - 11,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Ports and SEZ in Thiruvananthapuram is seeking a seasoned finance leader to oversee all finance-related activities at the port, including budgeting, planning, accounting, treasury, and statutory compliance.

The role focuses on budgeting, MIS, cash flow management, audits, and financial reporting, collaborating with business teams to drive efficiency.

Candidates should have 10+ years in Finance & Accounts and proven experience in large organizations.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Finance & Accounts.
• Experience in managing finance operations in a large and complex organization.
• Strong expertise in financial statement preparation and statutory audits.
• Experience with audits, compliance, and financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Drive the preparation, finalization and approval of annual OPEX and CAPEX budgets with periodic reviews.
• Monitor monthly, quarterly and annual financial performance, identify variances and recommend corrective actions.
• Partner with business teams evaluating CAPEX investments through financial analysis.
• Prepare MIS reports and facilitate review discussions with stakeholders.
• Oversee preparation and review of financial statements for accuracy and compliance.
• Analyze expenses and receivables to improve efficiency and cash flow.
• Manage cash flow planning and short-term investments.
• Ensure adherence to internal audit recommendations and strengthen controls.
• Lead statutory audits and close audit observations.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements such as Service Tax and EPCG obligations.
• Drive team performance through communication, coaching and development.

Skills

Finance & Accounting

Budgeting & Forecasting

Financial Reporting

Statutory Audits

Internal Controls

Cash Flow Management

CAPEX Evaluation

Job description

Purpose/Objective

The role is responsible for overseeing all finance-related activities at the Port, including budgeting, financial planning & analysis, accounting, treasury management, working capital optimization, receivables management, financial reporting, audits, and ensuring adherence to statutory compliances.

Key Responsibilities of Role

• Drive the preparation, finalization, and approval of annual OPEX and CAPEX budgets, along with periodic reviews.
• Monitor and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial performance (revenue, costs, and profitability), identify variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Partner with business teams in evaluating and supporting CAPEX investment decisions through financial analysis.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of Management Information System (MIS) reports and facilitate review discussions with stakeholders.
• Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Conduct detailed analysis of expenses and receivables, and suggest measures to improve efficiency and cash flow.
• Manage cash flow planning and take decisions related to short-term investments.
• Ensure adherence to internal audit recommendations and continuously strengthen internal controls.
• Lead and ensure timely completion of statutory audits, including closure of audit observations.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable statutory requirements such as Service Tax, EPCG obligations, and other regulatory mandates.
• Drive team performance through effective communication, coaching, and development initiatives.
• Stay updated with evolving trends and advancements in finance and technology, and implement best practices within the function.

Qualifications and Experience

• 10+ years of experience in Finance & Accounts
• Proven experience managing finance operations in a large and complex organization
• Strong expertise in financial statement preparation, balance sheet finalization, and statutory audits
• Experience in handling audits, compliance, and financial controls in a structured environment