Finance Head/CA

Aspire Consultancy; Nashik District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Consultancy in Nashik District is hiring a Finance Controller/Chartered Accountant responsible for end-to-end financial management, including budgeting, cash flow, and statutory compliance. The ideal candidate will have 15 to 20 years of experience and a CA qualification, focusing on maximizing the organization's financial performance.

This role involves managing financial planning, coordinating audits, and leading a finance team while ensuring compliance with all financial regulations. The position emphasizes strong analytical skills, ethical standards, and the ability to provide insights to senior management.

Qualifications

• 15 to 20 years experience in financial management.
• Strong understanding of statutory compliance and audit processes.
• Proven ability in team leadership and management.

Responsibilities

• Forecast financial results and prepare budgets.
• Manage daily cash flow and oversee reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls.
• Lead and develop the finance and accounting team.
• Provide financial insights to senior management.

Skills

Strong ethical standards

Logical problem-solving skills

Excellent documentation capabilities

Strong interpersonal skills

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of import/export processes

In-depth understanding of cash flow management

Experience in budgeting and forecasting

Proficiency in accounting software

Leadership skills

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA)

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Job Title

Finance Controller / Chartered Accountant

Department

Accounting & Finance

Reporting To

Finance Head / Managing Director (MD)

Main Objective

The Finance Controller / Chartered Accountant is responsible for end-to-end financial management, including financial planning, budgeting, accounting, statutory compliance, audits, cash flow management, and cost control. The role aims to maximize the organization’s financial performance and long-term value by aligning financial planning with sales orders, operational requirements, and strategic business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Planning, Analysis & Control – Forecast monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results; prepare budgets, monitor performance, and recommend or approve budgetary controls; conduct profit, cost, variance, and margin analysis; evaluate investment proposals and support strategic decision-making; perform inventory reserve analysis on a quarterly basis; align financial planning with sales orders and business forecasts.
• Accounting & Financial Reporting – Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual book closures; prepare and post journal entries through ERP/accounting software; maintain and review the general ledger and reconcile balance sheets; prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly management reports; classify costs accurately and maintain proper cost records.
• Cash Flow & Working Capital Management – Manage daily cash flow and fund utilization; monitor bank balances and oversee bank reconciliations; improve working capital through process and policy optimization; approve purchase orders and payments as per authority limits.
• Budgeting, Costing & Cost Optimization – Establish, review, and update standard costing systems; generate PPV (Purchase Price Variance) reports and analyze deviations; review depreciation, labour, and overhead absorption rates and recommend improvements; identify cost‑reduction opportunities without impacting operational efficiency; conduct cost‑benefit analysis for raw material sourcing and vendor changes.
• Statutory Compliance, Audit & Risk Management – Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements including TDS, GST, PF, ESIC, and other applicable laws; plan, coordinate, and complete financial and cost audits within statutory timelines; ensure internal controls and accounting processes comply with financial regulations; identify financial risks and implement mitigation measures; develop and maintain secure procedures to safeguard confidential financial data.
• Funding, Governance & Management Support – Support MD and senior management with financial insights and decision support; consult senior leadership/board on funding and financing options when required; prepare financial data and analysis for lenders, auditors, and regulatory authorities.
• Team Leadership & Coordination – Lead, motivate, and manage the finance and accounting team; ensure timely task completion and accuracy across the finance function; train and develop team members to enhance technical and functional skills; recommend and implement improvements in policies, systems, and procedures.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong ethical standards with a professional and detail-oriented approach.
• Logical, analytical, and systematic problem-solving skills.
• Excellent documentation, monitoring, and control capabilities.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of import/export documentation and sales order processes.
• In-depth understanding of cash flow management, bank reconciliation, and bookkeeping.
• Hands-on experience in budgeting, forecasting, and risk management.
• High proficiency in accounting and ERP software.
• Strong business acumen and decision-making ability.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.

Qualification

Chartered Accountant (CA); CA/ICWA/CA Finalist; 15 to 20 years experience.

Key Result Areas (KRA) / KPIs

• Monthly closure of books within the 1st week of the following month.
• 100% compliance with statutory payments and filings (TDS, GST, PF, ESIC, etc.).
• Timely PO and payment approvals.
• Team productivity, capability development, and compliance adherence.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.