Financial Controller

Job description
Role: Financial Controller

Location: Bangalore, India

We are partnering with a leading IT services and solutions provider headquartered in Singapore, with operations spanning multiple countries. The company specializes in innovative IT solutions, staffing services, and digital transformation strategies for a wide range of industries. Renowned for its commitment to excellence and strong client partnerships, the company empowers businesses to achieve operational efficiency and sustainable growth through tailored technology solutions.

Role

The company is seeking a highly driven and experienced Financial Controller to lead its regional finance operations in India. This role will be responsible for ensuring robust financial governance, compliance, and reporting across multiple geographies, supporting the company’s global growth and transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting
• Oversee accounting operations for all global entities, ensuring compliance with local and international accounting standards (SFRS/IFRS).
• Consolidate financial results across countries and deliver accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage and optimize budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes across regions.
• Monitor business performance using key financial and operational KPIs relevant to IT services industry.

Compliance & Controls
• Ensure tax, audit, and regulatory compliance in all operating countries.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and local authorities in multiple jurisdictions.
• Implement and enforce strong internal controls and financial governance processes globally.

Cash Flow & Treasury
• Manage cash flow across entities, including intercompany transactions, currency management, and funding requirements.
• Develop strategies for working capital optimization and efficient fund repatriation across borders.

Team & Systems Leadership
• Manage and mentor local and regional finance teams, ensuring alignment with global finance policies.
• Lead the implementation or optimization of ERP and financial systems across regions.
• Collaborate with other departments (e.g., HR, Sales, Operations) on cross-functional projects such as transfer pricing, cost allocations, or international expansions.

Business Support
• Support strategic decision-making with financial insights, scenario modelling, and risk assessments.
• Assist in due diligence and integration of acquisitions or new country entities.
• Provide management reporting and financial analysis to senior leadership and the board.

Requirements
• CA only with 12-14 years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 3+ years in a Controller or senior finance role in a multinational IT or professional services company.
• Strong knowledge of international accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP) and multi-currency consolidation.
• Experience with transfer pricing, intercompany agreements, and global tax compliance.
• Proven success working across multiple legal entities and regulatory environments.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (NetSuite) and advanced Excel/financial modelling.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and cross-cultural collaboration skills.

Good To Have
• Prior experience in a high-growth IT services or consulting company.
• Knowledge of payroll, tax, and compliance requirements in countries such as Singapore, India, Malaysia, Thailand, Middle east and US .
• Experience with automation tools and process improvement initiatives.