Role Overview The Controller is a senior leadership role responsible for ensuring robust financial governance accuracy in reporting and end-to-end control across Ayekart Retail s multi-location operations This position leads a large team of warehouse accountants and regional finance executives ensuring robust compliance timely reporting and seamless integration between finance and operations The role is central to ensuring financial discipline integrity of books and high-quality MIS for management decision-making Key Responsibilities A Financial Accounting Controls Lead and supervise 35 accountants across HO and warehouses ensure standardisation of accounting practices Oversee complete accounting operations payables receivables revenue recognition stock accounting and expense controls Ensure timely month-end and year-end closure with zero non-compliances Implement and monitor strong internal controls to safeguard assets and prevent leakages B Financial Reporting MIS Drive accurate timely branch-wise warehouse-wise profitability reporting Prepare and review Corporate MIS management dashboards and variance analyses Support strategic decisions through Business Planning Analysis C Compliance Audit Governance Coordinate and manage Statutory Internal Stock Audits across multiple locations Implement audit findings strengthen SOPs and build a compliance-first culture Ensure GST TDS and financial regulatory compliance supported by accounting teams D Working Capital Treasury Banking Prepare and monitor Monthly Stock DP Statements for banking partners Manage loan review processes banking submissions and fund utilisation reporting Support the and Fund raising team in fund-raising activities and lender due diligence E Process Systems Automation Drive automation of workflows use of ERP Tally Workflow digitisation of processes and control enhancements Standardise processes across all warehouses and improve efficiency of transaction processing F Leadership Team Development Mentor and develop regional accountants and warehouse-level finance teams Build a high-performance culture ensuring accountability discipline and continuous improvement Conduct periodic training on systems controls audit readiness and compliance Qualifications Experience CA with 8 years of experience in Finance Accounting Controls Prior experience in FMCG Retail Distribution or Supply Chain-intensive businesses is essential Strong understanding of multi-location accounting stock processes and high-volume transactions Demonstrated experience in leading large teams 20 preferred Skills Competencies Essential Strong command over accounting standards GST and statutory compliance Proven experience in financial controls audits MIS and reconciliations Strong technology orientation proficiency in Excel Tally and automation tools Ability to work under tight timelines and deliver accurate outputs consistently Desirable Excellent leadership communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to collaborate with Operations Audit Banking and Senior Management Attention to detail analytical thinking and a continuous improvement mindset Job Types Full-time Permanent Pay 2 000 000 00 - 2 500 000 00 per year Benefits Health insurance Provident Fund Work Location In person