Financial Controller

About the role

The Financial Controller will lead all finance activities at the Port, overseeing budgeting, financial planning, accounting, treasury, and compliance. This senior position ensures accurate reporting, optimal cash flow, and adherence to statutory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Drive preparation, finalization, and approval of annual OPEX and CAPEX budgets, with periodic reviews.
• Monitor and analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual financial performance, identify variances and recommend corrective actions.
• Partner with business teams to evaluate CAPEX investment decisions through financial analysis.
• Prepare and present Management Information System (MIS) reports and facilitate stakeholder reviews.
• Oversee preparation and review of financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Conduct detailed expense and receivables analysis to improve efficiency and cash flow.
• Manage cash‑flow planning and short‑term investment decisions.
• Ensure adherence to internal audit recommendations and strengthen internal controls.
• Lead timely completion of statutory audits and close audit observations.
• Maintain compliance with all statutory requirements, including Service Tax and EPCG obligations.
• Drive team performance through communication, coaching, and development.

Required profile

• 8+ years of experience in Finance & Accounts.
• Proven experience managing finance operations in a large, complex organisation.
• Strong expertise in financial statement preparation, balance‑sheet finalisation, and statutory audits.
• Experience handling audits, compliance, and financial controls in a structured environment.

Required skills