Financial Controller

KOOLATRON India; Pune District; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 5,200,000; Full time

Job summary

KOOLATRON India seeks an experienced Senior Accounting Manager / Controller to lead accounting and financial operations for a fast-growing organization with Canada and the United States operations. This hands-on leadership role ensures financial accuracy, strengthens internal controls, and supports business growth.

The role covers monthly close, tax filings, GL reconciliations, and cross-functional collaboration with senior leadership across borders.

Qualifications

• CPA designation or equivalent accounting qualification.
• 5+ years progressive experience in accounting and finance.
• 3+ years in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role.
• Experience in retail, multinational, multi-location or consumer products is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly financial close process with timely, accurate reporting.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, collections and payments.
• Manage bank and channel partner reconciliations.
• Oversee inventory accounting, landed cost, component accounting and PO adjustments.
• Ensure general ledger reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Handle Canadian and US sales tax filings and compliance.
• Oversee corporate credit card management and monthly statements.
• Support insurance and employee benefit accounting for Canada and the US.
• Develop and strengthen internal controls and accounting policies.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams on financial matters.

Skills

Financial reporting

Inventory accounting

General Ledger

Reconciliations

Internal controls

Financial analysis

Canadian & US taxation

Microsoft Excel

Education

CPA designation or equivalent

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Accounting Manager / Controller to lead accounting and financial operations for a fast-paced, high-growth organization with business operations across Canada and the United States.

This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for maintaining financial accuracy, strengthening internal controls, ensuring timely financial reporting, and supporting business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the monthly financial close process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Oversee Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, collections and payment processes.
• Manage bank reconciliations and channel partner reconciliations.
• Oversee inventory accounting, landed cost, component accounting and PO adjustments.
• Manage General Ledger reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Handle Canadian and US sales tax filings and related compliance requirements.
• Oversee corporate credit card management, monthly statements and payments.
• Manage accounting aspects related to duty claims with CBSA and US CBP.
• Support Canadian and US corporate insurance and employee benefit accounting/administration.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Canadian accounting standards, Canadian and US tax regulations, internal policies and audit requirements.
• Develop, implement and strengthen internal financial controls and accounting policies.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation and increased operational efficiency.
• Work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams on financial matters.
  

Candidate Profile

• CPA designation or equivalent educational qualification in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting and finance.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a Controller, Senior Accounting Manager or similar leadership position.
• Experience in retail, multinational, multi-location or consumer products organizations will be preferred.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Financial reporting
  • Inventory accounting
  • General Ledger
  • Reconciliations
  • Internal controls
  • Financial analysis
  • Canadian & US taxation
• Strong hands-on experience with ERP systems; SAP experience is preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• A collaborative leadership approach with the ability to work across different levels of the organization.
• Strong focus on accuracy, process improvement and leveraging technology to improve financial operations.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a mature, hands-on and highly accountable finance professional who can independently manage complex accounting operations, lead a team, maintain strong financial controls and work comfortably with international business operations.

Work Schedule & Important Information

Working Hours: 3:00 PM to 1:00 AM

Weekly Off: Saturday & Sunday

Work Location: Pune – Work From Office

Office Location; Viman Nagar Pune

Pick-up/Drop Facility: Not Available

• Candidates should be comfortable working the specified shift and travelling to/from the office independently.