Financial Controller

Varaha; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 4,200,000 - 5,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

ESOPs

Professional development

Leadership growth opportunities

Job summary

Varaha, a climate tech venture, seeks a Finance Controller to lead its finance and accounting functions from Gurgaon, India. The FC will ensure robust financial management, regulatory compliance, and strategic planning to support growth and climate-positive impact at scale.

The role requires CA/CPA or equivalent with 7–12 years of experience in finance, knowledge of international projects and multi-currency accounting, and proficiency with ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, or equivalent professional qualification.
• 7–12 years of progressive finance experience, preferably in startups, climate tech, or impact‑driven organizations.
• Strong understanding of finance, accounting, budgeting, tax compliance, and corporate governance.
• Experience with international projects, multi‑currency accounting, and donor/funder reporting is a plus.
• Proficiency in financial systems and ERP tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the finance and accounting functions, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements in compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Monitor cash flow, manage working capital, and optimize financial performance.
• Implement and maintain internal controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets.
• Lead audits, liaise with external auditors, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
• Provide financial insights and strategic recommendations to support business planning and decision‑making.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to monitor project economics and financial viability of climate initiatives.
• Drive process improvements, automation, and best practices in finance operations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Financial reporting

Education

CA/CPA or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Financial software

Job description

Varaha is a global, leading, climate tech venture focused on carbon removal solutions such as regenerative agriculture, afforestation, biochar, and enhanced rock weathering that support smallholder land stewards at scale. In just the third year of operation, we are removing and avoiding more than 1 million tons of CO2 and distributing the majority of the revenues to more than 100,000 smallholder land stewards in South Asia and Sub‑Saharan Africa. Backed by leading global investors, our founding and management team comes with a stellar track record of successfully scaling projects and products to millions of smallholder land stewards at leading agriculture and tech businesses.

Position: Finance Controller (FC)
Location: Gurgaon, Haryana

Role Overview

We are looking for a highly skilled Finance Controller to manage Varaha’s finance and accounting functions. The FC will ensure robust financial management, regulatory compliance, and strategic financial planning, playing a critical role in supporting our growth and mission to drive climate‑positive impact at scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the finance and accounting functions, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements in compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Monitor cash flow, manage working capital, and optimize financial performance.
• Implement and maintain internal controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets.
• Lead audits, liaise with external auditors, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
• Provide financial insights and strategic recommendations to support business planning and decision‑making.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to monitor project economics and financial viability of climate initiatives.
• Drive process improvements, automation, and best practices in finance operations.

Qualifications and Experience

• Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, or equivalent professional qualification.
• 7–12 years of progressive finance experience, preferably in startups, climate tech, or impact‑driven organizations.
• Strong understanding of finance, accounting, budgeting, tax compliance, and corporate governance.
• Experience with international projects, multi‑currency accounting, and donor/funder reporting is a plus.
• Proficiency in financial systems and ERP tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.

What We Offer

• A strategic leadership role in one of the fastest‑growing global climate‑tech ventures.
• Competitive executive compensation, ESOPs, and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunity to shape a people‑first organization driving measurable climate and social impact.
• Culture of collaboration, innovation, and purpose.
• Access to global learning, professional development, and leadership growth opportunities.