Financial Controller

Department: Finance
Industry: Defence, Manufacturing
Location: Malad West , Mumbai
Employment Type: Full-Time
About BDIL
Bharati Defence & Infrastructure Limited (BDIL) is one of India's emerging defence technology and system integration organizations, delivering advanced communication, surveillance, and mission-critical solutions across Air, Land, and Marine platforms.
BDIL is now firmly aligned with the Government of India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India vision, aspiring to play a leading role in indigenous defence manufacturing, shipbuilding, and allied infrastructure projects
About the Role
The Financial Controller is responsible for the accuracy, integrity and timeliness of the group's financial records and statutory compliance across its defence electronics, unmanned systems and infrastructure verticals. The role owns the day-to-day operation of the finance and accounts function – closing the books, ensuring statutory and tax compliance, managing audits and maintaining strong internal controls, giving the CFO a reliable financial foundation to build strategy on
Key Responsibilities
Books Closure & Financial Reporting
Own the monthly, quarterly and annual closing process across all group entities
Prepare standalone and consolidated financial statements in compliance with Ind AS
Ensure timely, accurate MIS and reporting to the CFO and leadership
Maintain accounting policies and ensure consistent application across all group entities
Statutory & Tax Compliance
Own direct tax compliance – advance tax, TDS, income tax returns and assessments
Own indirect tax compliance – GST returns, reconciliations and assessments
Ensure all statutory filings (ROC, tax, regulatory) are completed accurately and on time
Navigate sector-specific tax and customs considerations relevant to defence manufacturing and exports
Audit & Internal Controls
Manage statutory and internal audit processes end-to-end – planning, auditor queries and closure of observations
Design, implement and monitor internal financial controls (IFC) appropriate to a listed entity
Maintain SOPs and documentation supporting financial processes and controls
Support the CFO in Audit Committee reporting with accurate, audit-ready information
Accounting Operations
Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable and general ledger accuracy across group entities
Own fixed asset registers and capitalisation schedules
Own inventory valuation and reconciliation, particularly relevant given the group's manufacturing operations
Manage the accounting ERP/systems, ensuring data integrity and process efficiency
Treasury & Working Capital Support
Monitor and manage day-to-day cash flow and working capital positions across group entities
Execute banking and credit facility operations within limits and relationships established by the CFO
Track working capital cycles specific to long-gestation defence contracts and manufacturing
Costing & Contract Finance Support
Provide costing inputs for defence-sector contracts
Support Sales and Technical leadership with costing data for bids and tenders
Ensure GST, customs and sector-specific tax considerations are correctly reflected in contract costing
Team Leadership
Lead and develop the accounts/controllership team across group entities
Ensure consistent financial processes and reporting standards are followed across all group entities
Key Performance Indicators
Monthly and annual closing completed within defined timelines.
Zero late or non-compliant statutory filings.
Clean audit reports with minimal observations, closed within agreed timelines.
Accuracy and reliability of financial statements and MIS.
Strong, well-documented internal controls appropriate to a listed entity.
Required Candidate Profile
Chartered Accountant (mandatory).
12–15+ years of progressive experience in financial accounting, controllership, or audit, including at least 3–5 years in a Controller or similar leadership role.
Experience in manufacturing or capital-intensive sectors preferred; defence-sector experience a strong advantage.
Experience managing multi-entity, multi-location accounting and consolidation.
Technical & Behavioral Skills Required
Strong working knowledge of Ind AS, direct and indirect tax compliance, and statutory audit processes.
Hands-on experience with accounting ERP systems.
High attention to detail and process discipline.
Comfortable operating within a structure set by the CMD & CFO — executing with rigor rather than setting strategy independently.
Strong leadership skills to manage and develop a multi-entity accounts/controllership team.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a growing organization in the defense and infrastructure sector, contributing to nationally significant projects.
Lead the controllership function of a listed entity at a pivotal stage of its corporate revival and growth.
Work closely with the Group CFO and CMD on high-value finance and compliance priorities.
Exposure to complex, multi-entity defence and infrastructure finance operations that build strong domain expertise.
Ready to join us? Send your resume to careers@exicom.co.in Explore more about us on our website: https://bharatidefence.com/

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