Head of Finance

Financial Controller

Company Overview

Routematic (operated by Nivaata Systems Private Limited) is an urban mobility technology and Transport-as-a-Service (TaaS) company. It operates at the intersection of route optimization software and enterprise fleet operations, serving over 300 corporate clients across 23+ Indian cities. The company is scaling its operations towards the ₹150–200 Crore mark and is building a robust finance organization to support its next phase of growth.

Job Summary

The Financial Controller will be a hands-on, high-ownership leader responsible for managing end-to-end finance operations, internal controls, statutory compliance, tax, working capital, and financial planning & analysis (FP&A). This role involves leading and developing a finance team, streamlining financial processes, ensuring compliance, and preparing the organization for future growth and investor readiness. The position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and plays a pivotal role in shaping the company's financial architecture.

Responsibilities

• Core Financial Operations & Book Closure
• Oversee daily finance and accounting activities across Order-to-Cash (O2C) and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) cycles.
• Drive timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closures in compliance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS).
• Manage Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP), including credit management, invoicing, collections, vendor payouts, and expense controls.

• Financial Governance, Audit & Controls
• Develop, implement, and enforce internal financial controls and accounting policies to ensure data integrity and mitigate operational risks.
• Lead and coordinate statutory audits, internal audits, and tax audits, acting as the primary liaison with external auditors.

• FP&A, MIS & Investor Reporting
• Design and present actionable Management Information System (MIS) reports to leadership and the CFO.
• Lead budgeting, variance analysis, working capital monitoring, cash flow forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Prepare quarterly investor reporting packs, board presentation materials, and manage due diligence data rooms.

• Tax & Compliance Oversight
• Oversee compliance with direct taxes (Income Tax, TDS) and indirect taxes (GST), including filings and reconciliations.
• Manage corporate compliance, legal/tax notices, assessments, and regulatory matters.

• Team Leadership & Organizational Building
• Restructure and mentor the finance team, transitioning from a flat hierarchy to specialized, high-accountability sub-teams.
• Identify opportunities for process automation, leveraging ERP and enterprise tools to support scalable growth.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA) highly preferred; alternatively, Cost Accountant (CMA) or MBA in Finance with strong controllership credentials.
• 8–14 years of post-qualification experience in mid-to-large enterprises, corporate, or growth organizations.
• Proven experience in end-to-end controllership, including:
• O2C and P2P processes
• Statutory and internal audit management
• Financial planning and analysis (FP&A)
• Taxation and compliance management
• Working capital management
• Strong understanding of Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and restructure finance teams.
• Experience with process automation and ERP systems.

Preferred Skills

• Excellent communication skills, capable of interfacing with CFO, Board members, auditors, and investors.
• Strategic thinking with a focus on scalable process improvements.
• Leadership style that emphasizes mentorship, SOP implementation, and high accountability.
• Familiarity with modern financial tools and enterprise software.

Experience

• 8 to 14 years of relevant experience in finance leadership roles within mid-to-large organizations.
• Experience managing comprehensive controllership functions, including audit, compliance, FP&A, and team restructuring.

Environment

• The role is based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
• The work environment involves close collaboration with senior leadership, external auditors, and regulatory bodies.
• The position may require occasional travel for audits, investor meetings, or regulatory compliance.

Salary

• Estimated Range: ₹50 LPA (Target Budget) with potential to stretch up to ₹70–75 LPA for exceptional candidates.

Growth Opportunities

• The role offers significant scope for leadership development, including potential progression to CFO or other executive roles as the company scales.
• Opportunity to shape the financial architecture of a rapidly growing organization and influence strategic decision-making.

Benefits

• Not specified in the provided description.