Finance Controller – India

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At Leica Microsystems, one of Danaher's 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we're all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. 

You'll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher's system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

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At Leica Microsystems, we have been shaping the future for over 175 years with groundbreaking optical and digital solutions.  With a culture rooted in customer focus, innovation, and teamwork, we lead the market in microscopy, imaging, and analysis, unveiling the invisible and empowering our customers to build a better, healthier world.

Joining Leica Microsystems means contributing to scientific discoveries and supporting surgeons in making critical decisions. Our advanced microscopes and AI-based image analysis solutions enable users to gain profound insights into development and engineering challenges. Here, you will work on meaningful projects alongside passionate colleagues, driving progress and pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

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The Finance Controller – India is responsible for our financial operations, ensure compliance, and drive performance across the organization. This role is critical in supporting decision-making, optimizing financial processes, and maintaining a strong control environment.

This position reports to the Regional Finance Director and is part of the Finance team located in Mumbai and will be an on-site role.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Ensure robust internal controls, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance across all financial operations.
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes in compliance with applicable accounting standards (US GAAP / IFRS / Ind AS).
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support strategic planning and performance management.
• Manage accounts payable, receivable, fixed assets, and intercompany transactions.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support pricing decisions, deal structuring, and business case evaluations.
• Drive cost optimization, working capital efficiency, and process automation initiatives.
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• CA / CPA / MBA (Finance) or equivalent professional qualification.
• 8–12 years of progressive experience in financial management, preferably in multinational or matrixed environments.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, tax regulations, and audit processes.
• Proven experience in financial planning & analysis, compliance, and team leadership.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• SAP, Navision
• Process automation using RPAs

Leica Microsystems, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it's a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job.

Join our winning team today. Together, we'll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow's science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

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