Controller / Manager – NetSuite (Hyderabad)

About the role

The Controller will lead end‑to‑end accounting activities for an operational consulting business, ensuring accurate financial tracking, timely billing, and reliable reporting. This position works closely with operations, consulting teams, and the US‑based CFO.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and bank reconciliations.
• Post journal entries, accruals, provisions, and period‑end adjustments.
• Prepare client invoices for time‑material, milestone‑based, or utilization‑based projects and validate billable hours.
• Track receivables, follow up on outstanding payments, and produce ageing reports.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close, and prepare MIS, revenue, cost, and profitability reports.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Process vendor invoices, consultant payments, employee reimbursements, and payroll coordination.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure statutory, tax, and regulatory compliance.
• Identify and implement process improvements, including ERP migrations (e.g., NetSuite).

Required profile

• 7+ years of accounting experience, preferably in services/consulting or project‑based environments.
• B.Com, M.Com or MBA in Finance (or related field).
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, invoicing, receivables, and reconciliations.
• Mandatory exposure to payroll processes and NetSuite ERP.
• Excellent written and verbal communication to interact with US‑based CFO and internal stakeholders.
• High ownership, attention to detail, and ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment.

Required skills

• NetSuite
• Microsoft Excel