Manager - Financial Controller (Qualified Chartered Accountant)

Designation: Manager - Financial ControllerLocation: MumbaiExperience Range: 3+YearsSalary Range: - upto 24LPAJob Profile:We are looking for a dynamic and results-driven Financial Controller to lead the Group's financial planning, analysis, and control functions. This role will oversee the entire finance operations, including FP&A, P&L management, MIS reporting, and critically, Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes. The Financial Controller will play a key role in ensuring financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and strategic guidance to drive profitability and growth.This is a senior strategic position requiring robust analytical capabilities, operational oversight, and strong business acumen.Key Responsibilities:• Lead and manage annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning for the Group.• Drive the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and accounting standards.• Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to senior leadership for data-driven decision-making.• Monitor, review, and control the P&L across business units, ensuring alignment with financial targets and corporate objectives.• Oversee and optimise Accounts Payable (AP) processes, including vendor payments, expense management, credit terms negotiation, and ensuring timely disbursements aligned with cash flow strategies.• Supervise Accounts Receivable (AR) activities, ensuring accurate invoicing, efficient collections, aging analysis, and minimizing credit risk and bad debts.• Develop, implement, and improve MIS frameworks to ensure timely, accurate, and insightful financial reporting.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline data collection, analysis, and financial reporting processes.• Identify and implement cost optimization and expense control measures across the organization.• Design and enhance sourcing and pricing strategies to improve margins, drive profitability, and ensure competitive positioning.• Evaluate and strengthen procurement processes and vendor negotiations to ensure cost-effectiveness and value creation.• Establish pricing models and commercial frameworks in line with market trends and business objectives.Basic Qualifications:• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance & Accounting plus CA Qualified• Minimum 3+ years of progressive experience in financial controlling, FP&A, P&L management, AP/AR oversight, and MIS reporting.• Prior experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and financial tools such as Excel, Tableau, and Power BI.• Strong understanding of working capital management, including AP/AR cycles and cash flow optimization.Key Competencies:• Strong analytical skills with a high attention to detail.• Excellent leadership and cross-functional collaboration abilities.• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.• Strategic thinking combined with operational execution capabilities.• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while maintaining financial discipline.Perks & Benefits:5 Days WorkingOther BenefitsCompany Profile:The company is a $23 billion conglomerate with a presence across various sectors: Steel, Energy, Minerals, Port and Infrastructure, Cement, Ventures, and Paints across India, the US, South America, and Africa.The company is spearheading a new mission to build the most preferred one-stop, omni-channel, and integrated tech-led offering for MSMEs in the manufacturing and construction industry through a multi-brand, multi-category marketplace. It also operates a B2C business for individual home builders (IHBs) under the brand Homes.Thanks & Regards,Riya PundirHR RecruiterMantras2Success HR Solutions LLP