Financial Controller and Strategist

Date Opened

10/07/2025

Job Type

Full time

Work Experience

5+ years

Industry

Financial Services

City

Hyderabad

State/Province

Telangana

Country

India

Zip/Postal Code

500059

Role:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and visionary Financial Controller and Strategist to join the Kanerika leadership team. This dual-role professional will be responsible for both financial stewardship (accurate books, compliance, and controls) and strategic financial planning (dashboards, scenario modeling, investor metrics, and business insights). You will work closely with the CEO and CFO, supporting board-level decision-making and the financial foundation of our fast-scaling global business.

Key Responsibilities:

A. Financial Control & Governance

• Maintain accurate financial records in accordance with accounting standards.
• Oversee accounts payable, receivable, payroll, monthly closings, reconciliations.
• Coordinate internal and external audits; ensure statutory, SEZ, GST, and tax compliance.
• Liaise with vendors, legal, and banks for financial documentation.

B. FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis)

• Build and update financial models for revenue, expenses, and growth scenarios.
• Track burn rate, gross margins, and EBITDA trends across services & SaaS products.
• Provide monthly dashboards and reports to the CEO/CFO with actionable insights.
• Conduct variance analysis (budget vs actuals) with root cause and impact mapping.

C. Investor and Board Readiness

• Maintain and update investor pitch decks, financial disclosures, and cap tables.
• Support due diligence, data rooms, and investor queries as required.
• Align business strategy and financial forecasts into unified narratives for stakeholders.

D. Strategic Business Partnering

• Collaborate with BU heads on pricing, cost optimization, and resource planning.
• Partner with HR on payroll budgeting and with Sales on revenue forecasting.
• Anticipate financial risks and recommend mitigation strategies.

• Strong expertise in MS Excel and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with Zoho Books, QuickBooks, or similar accounting software
• Exposure to Tableau, Power BI, or dashboard tools is a plus
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills
• Working knowledge of India & US accounting standards and compliance frameworks

Employee Benefits

1. Culture:

i. Open Door Policy: Encourages open communication and accessibility to management.

ii. Open Office Floor Plan: Fosters a collaborative and interactive work environment.

iii. Flexible Working Hours: Allows employees to have flexibility in their work schedules.

iv. Employee Referral Bonus: Rewards employees for referring qualified candidates.

v. Appraisal Process Twice a Year: Provides regular performance evaluations and feedback.

1. Inclusivity and Diversity:

i. Hiring practices that promote diversity: Ensures a diverse and inclusive workforce.

ii. Mandatory POSH training: Promotes a safe and respectful work environment.

1. Health Insurance and Wellness Benefits:

i. GMC and Term Insurance: Offers medical coverage and financial protection.

ii. Health Insurance: Provides coverage for medical expenses.

iii. Disability Insurance: Offers financial support in case of disability.

1. Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits:

i. Company-sponsored family events: Creates opportunities for employees and their families to bond.

ii. Generous Parental Leave: Allows parents to take time off after the birth or adoption of a child.

iii. Family Medical Leave: Offers leave for employees to take care of family members' medical needs.

1. Perks and Time-Off Benefits:

i. Company-sponsored outings: Organizes recreational activities for employees.

ii. Gratuity: Provides a monetary benefit as a token of appreciation.

iii. Provident Fund: Helps employees save for retirement.

iv. Generous PTO: Offers more than the industry standard for paid time off.

v. Paid sick days: Allows employees to take paid time off when they are unwell.

vi. Paid holidays: Gives employees paid time off for designated holidays.

vii. Bereavement Leave: Provides time off for employees to grieve the loss of a loved one.

1. Professional Development Benefits:

i. L&D with FLEX- Enterprise Learning Repository: Provides access to a learning repository for professional development.

ii. Mentorship Program: Offers guidance and support from experienced professionals.

iii. Job Training: Provides training to enhance job-related skills.

iv. Professional Certification Reimbursements: Assists employees in obtaining professional certifications.

Promote from Within: Encourages internal growth and advancement opportunities.