Finance Controller - SAS

I. Purpose of the Role

The Finance Controller - SAS will lead and oversee the entire finance & accounting function for the entities BIPL and BESPL in India, ensuring robust financial governance, statutory compliance, and alignment with global financial policies. The role is accountable for financial integrity, controllership, risk management, and regulatory adherence across both entities.
The incumbent will function as a key member of the India leadership team and act as the primary custodian of financial controls, audit, and reporting frameworks.

II. Roles and Responsibilities

3.1 Financial Controllership & Close Management
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closure for BIPL & BESPL
• Review and approve:
    General Ledger balances
    Journal entries, provisions, and accruals
• Ensure compliance with IND AS / IFRS / Group Accounting Policies
• Maintain complete ownership of financial statements and disclosures

3.2 Statutory Compliance & Regulatory Governance
• Ensure compliance with:
    Companies Act, 2013
    GST, Income Tax, TDS regulations
    FEMA and RBI guidelines (if applicable)
• Oversee filing of:
    Financial statements
    Tax returns
    Regulatory submissions
• Act as the primary liaison with regulators and authorities

3.3 Audit & Assurance
• Lead all audit processes:
    Statutory Audit
    Internal Audit
    Group / SOX Audits
• Ensure:
     Zero or minimal audit qualifications
    Timely closure of audit observations
• Implement and monitor Internal Financial Controls (IFC) framework

3.4 Treasury & Financial Risk Management
• Oversee:
    Cash flow planning and liquidity management
    Banking relationships and funding arrangements
    Forex risk management and hedging strategies

3.5 Intercompany Accounting & Transfer Pricing
• Govern intercompany transactions between BIPL & BESPL
• Ensure:
    Accurate cross-charging mechanisms
    Compliance with transfer pricing regulations
    Timely reconciliation of intercompany balances
• Coordinate with global teams on cost allocation models

3.6 Financial Reporting & Consolidation
• Deliver high-quality financial reporting to:
    Group headquarters
    Board of Directors
• Ensure adherence to group & country reporting timelines and standards
• Manage:
    Consolidation of multi-entity financials
    Segment reporting and disclosures

3.7 Internal Controls & Governance Framework
• Design and implement robust internal control systems
• Drive continuous improvement in:
    Financial processes
    Risk mitigation frameworks
• Ensure compliance with IFC standards
• Conduct periodic risk assessments and control testing

3.8 Process Excellence & Finance Transformation
• Lead initiatives for:
    Automation of finance processes
    ERP optimization - SAP 
• Improve:
    Closing cycle timelines
    Reporting accuracy and efficiency
• Standardise processes across BIPL & BESPL

3.9 Tax Strategy & Oversight
• Oversee direct and indirect taxation matters – Tax / TP / GST
• Ensure:
    Efficient tax structuring
    Compliance with transfer pricing policies
• Manage tax audits, litigations, and assessments

3.10 Leadership & Team Management
• Build and lead a high-performing finance team
• Define:
    KPIs and performance metrics
    Training and development plans
• Foster a culture of accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement

III. Skills & Competencies

Qualification & Experience
• Chartered Accountant (CA) – Mandatory
• 15–20 years of progressive experience in finance
• Prior experience in:
    MNC environment
    Matrix reporting experience 
     Multi-entity structure (Operating + Shared Services)
• Proven experience in leading finance functions at a senior level

Key Competencies
• Strong expertise in financial governance and compliance
• Deep understanding of accounting standards (IND AS / IFRS)
• Leadership and team management capabilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to operate in a global matrix organization

The responsibilities outlined are not exhaustive and may evolve with business needs. The role holder is expected to proactively assume additional responsibilities, drive initiatives beyond the defined scope, and contribute to business performance, governance, and transformation, demonstrating strong ownership, agility, and a continuous improvement mindset.