Finance Controller – Retail – CA Zyoin

The Corporate Institute; Hinoba-an; On-site; PHP 1,643,000 - 2,497,000; Full time

Job summary

The Corporate Institute in Bengaluru seeks a Finance Controller to lead global accounting, FP&A and governance. You will drive monthly closes, reporting, budgeting and cross-functional finance initiatives across multiple jurisdictions.

Ideal candidate has 10–15 years of experience, Chartered Accountant qualification, strong IFRS knowledge, and a proven ability to manage large teams and partnerships with senior stakeholders. This role is based in Bengaluru with global scope.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (or equivalent professional qualification).
• 10–15 years of relevant experience, including senior stakeholder management.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS/accounting standards and ERP systems (e.g., SAP).
• Proven budgeting, forecasting, and end-to-end accounting process management.
• Track record of financial controls, process improvements, and building high-performing teams.
• Comfort operating in ambiguous, fast-paced, multi-country environments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence without authority.

Responsibilities

• Own complete and accurate monthly financial close across all legal entities.
• Liaise with JV and group finance teams to ensure accurate close.
• Ensure all transactions are booked per financial policy and accounting standards.
• Manage end-to-end onboarding of new customers.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and KPIs; align with stakeholders on format and content.
• Prepare board and group reports accurately and on time.
• Report on financial performance, highlight risks/opportunities, and recommend action plans.
• Work with external stakeholders on statutory/group reporting requirements.
• Lead preparation of annual budgets and forecasts with the leadership team.
• Finalize targets in consultation with leadership; translate business strategy into financial plans.
• Analyze actuals vs. budget/forecast; deliver actionable insights and drive follow-through.
• Prepare ad hoc business performance analysis as required.
• Monitor and report business KPIs, flag risks and opportunities.
• Ensure timely AR collection and minimize credit exposure.
• Ensure timely, accurate order processing and supplier payments.
• Maintain financial policies (DOA, credit limits).
• Liaise with legal, tax, JV, and leadership on corporate secretarial matters.
• Review and help finalize agreements from a financial control perspective.
• Support cross-functional projects and drive continuous process improvement.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial analysis

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Chartered Accountant (or equivalent)

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Title: Finance Controller

Function: Finance

Location: Bengaluru

Reporting to: Head of Commercial & Strategy

Team Size: 5 direct reports

Level: Leader of Leaders / Senior Manager

Experience: 10 – 15 years or more

About the Organization:

A global capability centre (GCC) for a leading international retail group, based in Bengaluru. The organization builds competitive capabilities in Technology, Data Sciences, and Business Services to enable its retail brands to deliver best-in-class in-store and online customer experiences.

Role Purpose:

This role will lead all control, accounting, and financial planning & analysis (FP&A) activities for the organization globally. It is critical to delivering accurate and timely financial reports and forecasts, and providing insightful analysis to the executive team for decision-making. The role will also support the organization’s expansion into new international jurisdictions and help shape the governance and compliance frameworks required to operate in complex, multi-country environments.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting

• Own complete and accurate monthly financial close across all legal entities.
• Liaise with JV and group finance teams to ensure accurate close.
• Ensure all transactions are booked per financial policy and accounting standards.
• Manage end-to-end onboarding of new customers.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly financial reports and KPIs; align with stakeholders on format and content.
• Prepare board and group reports accurately and on time.
• Report on financial performance, highlight risks/opportunities, and recommend action plans.
• Work with external stakeholders on statutory/group reporting requirements.

FP&A

• Lead preparation of annual budgets and forecasts with the leadership team.
• Finalize targets in consultation with leadership; translate business strategy into financial plans.
• Analyze actuals vs. budget/forecast; deliver actionable insights and drive follow-through.
• Prepare ad hoc business performance analysis as required.

Controlling

• Monitor and report business KPIs, flag risks and opportunities.
• Ensure timely AR collection and minimize credit exposure.
• Ensure timely, accurate order processing and supplier payments.
• Maintain financial policies (DOA, credit limits) in line with business needs.

Corporate & Governance

• Liaise with legal, tax, JV, and leadership on corporate secretarial matters.
• Review and help finalize agreements from a financial control perspective.
• Support cross-functional projects and drive continuous process improvement.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Chartered Accountant (or equivalent professional qualification); Master’s preferred.
• 10 – 15 years of relevant experience, including senior stakeholder management.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS/accounting standards and ERP systems (e.g., SAP), with exposure to RTR, OTC, and PTP processes.
• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and end-to-end accounting process management.
• Track record of managing financial controls, driving process improvements, and building high-performing teams.
• Comfort operating in ambiguous, fast-paced, multi-country environments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence without authority.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Currently at a GCC (Global Capability Centre) or a large product-based/multinational organization.
• Demonstrated experience managing finance/controlling functions across multiple geographies or complex jurisdictions.