Finance Controller – Engineering Firm – APAC Region Coe Solutions

The Corporate Institute; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

The Corporate Institute in Pune invites applications for a Finance & Controlling role focused on APAC. You will prepare monthly management accounts packs, budgets, and rolling forecasts for all APAC entities, and drive variance analysis with clear management commentary.

The ideal candidate has CA or MBA (Finance) with 4–5 years post-qualification experience in controlling/FP&A, strong Excel and ERP skills (D365), and will liaise with the APAC Finance Head and HQ in Denmark.

Qualifications

• CA with ICAI qualification or MBA in Finance with strong quantitative background.
• 4-5 years post-qualification experience in controlling, FP&A, or management accounting.
• Hands-on ERP experience; Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a strong advantage.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Power Query, pivot tables, financial modelling).

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly APAC management accounts packs including P&L and balance sheet.
• Lead budget and rolling quarterly forecast for all APAC entities.
• Perform variance analysis with management commentary.
• Coordinate month-end close and intercompany reconciliations.
• Support ERP data extraction from D365 and development of BI dashboards.

Skills

Excel (Advanced)

Power Query

Pivot tables

Financial modelling

ERP systems

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA - ICAI)

MBA (Finance) from a recognised institution

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

Important points

CA with min of 1 yrs exp either in consulting or Manufacturing company

MBA finance with 3 yrs of exp in manufacturing company.

Department: Finance & Controlling

Location: India (Pune)

Employment: Full-Time, Permanent

Travel: APAC travel required regularly + Travel to HQ

ORGANISATIONAL CONTEXT:

Reports To: Finance Head - APAC

Group HQ: Denmark

Scope: All APAC country entities

ERP System: Microsoft Dynamics 365

Language: English (mandatory)

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Financial Planning & Analysis

• Prepare monthly management accounts pack for APAC, including P&L, balance sheet, and key variances.
• Assist in building and maintaining the annual budget and rolling quarterly forecast for all APAC entities.
• Perform variance analysis (actual vs. budget vs. prior year) with clear written commentary for management.
• Maintain and enhance the APAC cash flow forecasting model integrated with D365 trial balance data.
• Prepare ad hoc financial analysis and scenario modelling as directed by the Finance Head - APAC.

2. Month-End & Group Reporting

• Coordinate with country accountants to ensure accurate and timely month-end close across all APAC entities.
• Prepare intercompany reconciliation schedules and flag discrepancies for resolution before reporting deadlines.
• Consolidate APAC financials and submit Group reporting packages within agreed deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with Group accounting policies, chart of accounts, and reporting templates.
• Liaise with European Group Finance on reporting timelines, adjustments, and queries.

3. Cost Controlling & Margin Analysis

• Monitor APAC cost centres, headcount costs, and discretionary spend against budgets.
• Prepare gross margin and contribution analysis by country, product segment, and customer segment.
• Review CAPEX submissions and track approved spend against plan; prepare CAPEX tracking schedules.
• Support intercompany transfer pricing reviews; maintain documentation for arm's length compliance.
• Identify and upscale cost overruns or margin erosion trends to the Finance Head proactively.

4. ERP, Systems & Process

• Extract, reconcile, and validate financial data from Microsoft Dynamics 365 for reporting purposes.
• Support Power BI dashboard development and periodic refresh of APAC finance data.
• Document finance processes, controls, and SOPs; identify and implement process improvement opportunities.
• Assist in testing and validating D365 configuration changes that affect finance reporting.

5. Compliance & Statutory

• Support statutory audit preparation for APAC entities; prepare audit schedules.
• Assist with GST/VAT, WHT, and corporate tax compliance reviews in coordination with local tax advisors.
• Maintain a compliance calendar for all APAC entities covering filing deadlines, audits, and renewals.
• Ensure all financial records are properly archived and accessible in line with Group document retention policy.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

Academic & Professional Qualification:

• Chartered Accountant (CA - ICAI), fully qualified; OR
• MBA (Finance) from a recognised institution with strong quantitative background.

Experience:

• Minimum 4-5 years of post-qualification experience in controlling, FP&A, or management accounting.
• Demonstrable experience preparing management accounts, variance analysis, and financial schedules.
• Hands-on use of ERP systems; Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) is a strong advantage.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Power Query, pivot tables, financial modelling, named ranges).

Preferred / Advantageous:

• Prior experience in a manufacturing, industrial products, or international MNC environment.
• Exposure to intercompany accounting, transfer pricing, or multi-entity group consolidation.
• Knowledge of APAC tax and regulatory environments (India GST, Singapore GST, WHT frameworks).
• Experience with Power BI or other BI tools; willingness to develop these skills on the job.