Senior Manager Financial Controller

Quess Corp Limited; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,200,000 - 6,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Quess Corp Limited is seeking a Senior Manager – Finance Controller to oversee financial accounting, month-end and year-end closes, reporting, and Ind AS compliance in Bengaluru. You will manage internal controls, balance sheet governance, and P&L variance analysis while partnering with leaders for strategic insights.

The role requires 7–11 years of post-qualification experience and CA credential, with exposure to SAP/Oracle ERP and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• The candidate must be a CA with 7–10 years post-qualification experience in financial controllership or corporate finance.
• Strong Ind AS knowledge and financial reporting with emphasis on balance sheet governance.
• Experience with ERP platforms such as SAP and Oracle; advanced Excel skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities within defined timelines.
• Own balance sheet reconciliation, review aging schedules, provisions, fixed assets and intercompany balances.
• Perform detailed monthly P&L reviews and variance analysis against budget and forecast.
• Ensure Ind AS compliance and support statutory, tax, and internal audits.
• Strengthen internal controls and governance processes; drive automation.
• Partner with business leaders for budgeting, forecasting, and decision support.
• Mentor and develop the finance team; manage timelines and quality.

Skills

Book Closure

Balance Sheet Review

Ind AS Compliance

Budgeting & Forecasting

ERP Systems SAP/Oracle

Stakeholder Management

Process Improvement

Excel Proficiency

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Job Title - JD for Senior Manager – Finance Controller

Reporting To - Group Finance Controller

Team - People Manager

Preferred - Listed company work experience

Experience: 7–11 Years

Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA) – Mandatory

Role Summary

The Senior Manager – Finance Controller will be responsible for overseeing financial accounting, month-end and year-end book closures, financial reporting, Balance Sheet governance, Profit & Loss reviews, Ind AS compliance, and internal financial controls. The role requires close collaboration with business leaders, auditors, and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and support strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial book closure activities within defined timelines.
• Ensure timely and accurate recording of accounting entries, accruals, provisions, and adjustments.
• Review general ledger balances and ensure compliance with accounting policies and financial reporting standards.
• Drive continuous improvements in the financial close process.

Balance Sheet Management

• Own the Balance Sheet review process and ensure timely reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts.
• Review ageing schedules, provisions, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and intercompany balances.
• Ensure strong balance sheet governance by identifying and resolving reconciliation issues.
• Perform detailed monthly P&L reviews and variance analysis against budget, forecast, and prior periods.
• Analyze revenue, margins, operating expenses, and profitability trends.
• Partner with business stakeholders to identify financial risks and opportunities for cost optimization.
• Present financial performance insights to senior leadership.

Ind AS & Financial Reporting

• Ensure compliance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) and applicable statutory requirements.
• Prepare and review standalone financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Evaluate accounting implications for new business transactions and regulatory changes.
• Support statutory, tax, and internal audits by providing timely financial information and documentation.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Strengthen and monitor internal financial controls and governance processes.
• Ensure compliance with the Companies Act, taxation regulations, and corporate policies.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and drive finance automation initiatives.
• Support risk assessment and implementation of financial control frameworks.

Business Partnering

• Collaborate with business leaders on financial performance reviews and decision support.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and annual operating plan activities.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to improve business performance.

Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop finance team members.
• Allocate responsibilities, monitor performance, and ensure adherence to timelines and quality standards.

Required Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA) – Mandatory.
• 7–10 years of post-qualification experience in Financial Controllership, Financial Reporting, or Corporate Finance.
• Strong understanding of Ind AS, financial reporting, balance sheet management, and internal controls.
• Experience in ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, or similar systems.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial analysis skills.

Key Skills

• Book Closure (Month-End & Year-End)
• Balance Sheet Review & Reconciliations
• Ind AS Compliance
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Statutory & Internal Audits
• Variance Analysis
• ERP Systems (SAP/Oracle)
• Stakeholder Management
• Process Improvement & Automation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and business partnering skills.