Regional Financial Controller

Key Responsibilities
Finance & Accounts
Preparation and review of monthly NVOCC Mumbai Branch MIS and management reports.
Preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements, balance sheets, and closure activities.
Monitoring accounting processes and ensuring accuracy of books of accounts.
Timely reconciliation and rectification of ledgers and accounting records.
Managing branch cash flow and overseeing cash counter activities.
Budget preparation and variance analysis for Mumbai operations.
Preparing additional reports and business analysis as required by management.
Taxation & Compliance
Ensuring compliance with GST, TDS, and applicable statutory regulations.
Resolving GST-related issues and coordinating with taxation teams.
Ensuring adherence to company policies, financial controls, and governance standards.
Audit & Financial Controls
Coordinating with Internal Auditors and Statutory Auditors.
Providing audit schedules, reports, explanations, and business process clarifications.
Supporting IFC testing and verification activities.
Assisting in quarter-end and year-end audit requirements.
Stakeholder Management
Liaising with Banks for smooth day-to-day financial operations.
Coordinating with Vendors on taxation and payment-related matters.
Working closely with Customers for financial clarifications and requirements.
Collaborating with Corporate Finance, Branch Teams, and Intercompany Stakeholders.
Process Improvement & System Management
Driving finance process improvements and SOP implementation.
Identifying opportunities for automation and operational efficiency.
Handling ERP/software-related issues, master creation, mapping, and customization.
Supporting business transformation initiatives across finance processes.
Team Management
Leading and mentoring the Finance & Accounts team.
Providing guidance on operational, customer, vendor, and banking-related issues.
Ensuring efficient workload management and team development.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Technical Skills
Strong knowledge of GST, TDS, Ind AS, and Financial Statement Preparation.
Expertise in Accounting, Financial Reporting, and Financial Controls.
Experience in Budgeting, MIS Reporting, and Financial Analysis.
Ability to handle Statutory and Internal Audits independently.
Hands-on exposure to ERP systems and finance process automation.
Leadership Skills
Proven experience in team handling and people management.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Excellent stakeholder management capabilities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Preferred Industry Experience
Logistics
Shipping
Freight Forwarding
NVOCC
Supply Chain & Transportation
Other Details:
MBA Finance, or equivalent qualification.
10+ years of relevant experience in Finance & Accounts.
Prior experience in Logistics, Shipping, NVOCC, or Freight Forwarding industry preferred.
Strong exposure to financial controls, taxation, audits, and business partnering.

Work arrangement
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