Financial Controller – FMCG D2C

About the role

We are a fast‑growing D2C ice‑cream brand expanding pan‑India. As a Financial Controller you will safeguard our financial health, drive strategic decisions and support rapid scaling across e‑commerce and q‑commerce channels.

Key responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, including annual budgets, quarterly forecasts and long‑term projections for D2C growth.
• Manage core accounting functions – AP/AR, tax compliance, and financial reporting in line with Indian GAAP/IFRS.
• Conduct financial analysis, risk assessments and cost‑optimization initiatives to inform business decisions.
• Oversee internal and external audits, ensure compliance with GST, TDS and other regulations, and implement robust internal controls.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on funding strategies, investor relations and profitability analysis for new product lines.
• Supervise daily accounting activities, monitoring income, expenditure and working‑capital across multiple locations.

Required profile

• Chartered Accountant qualification.
• 6‑8 years of experience in Q‑com, FMCG, food manufacturing or D2C sectors.
• Proven track record managing multi‑location finances and driving cost efficiencies.
• Strong analytical, leadership and communication abilities.
• Experience with pan‑India operations and startup scaling preferred.
• Willingness to relocate to Mumbai.

Required skills

• Tally
• QuickBooks
• Advanced Excel