Act as the financial gatekeeper by ensuring all expenditures are controlled, within approved budgets, and aligned with business priorities, while overseeing financial reporting, compliance, and overall financial discipline.
Key Responsibilities
· Lead the annual budgeting process and track actuals vs. budget across departments
· Enforce budget discipline and ensure all spends are within approved limits or escalated
· Define and manage approval matrix (DOA) and ensure adherence across the organization
· Review and control vendor payments, purchase requests, and key financial commitments
· Conduct variance analysis and proactively highlight overspend, risks, and savings opportunities
· Drive cost control initiatives and improve overall cost efficiency
· Oversee accounting operations and ensure timely monthly/quarterly close
· Prepare and review financial statements and MIS reports for management
· Monitor cash flow and ensure effective working capital management
· Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, taxation, and audits
· Strengthen internal controls and ensure audit readiness
· Partner with business teams to align financial discipline with operational needs
Key Requirements
· CA Qualified (preferred) with 5+ years OR CA Inter with 10+ years
· Solid experience in budgeting, cost control, and financial governance
· Solid understanding of accounting, reporting, and compliance
· Experience in variance analysis and financial planning
· Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced MS Excel
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
· Ability to enforce controls and effectively challenge stakeholders