AddressFinance Controller
Company Profile:
Know T.A.C.
The Ayurveda Co. (T.A.C) is a thriving, direct-to-consumer startup that translates the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda into the language of the young and dynamic India - the millennials and Gen Z. We offer a broad range of Ayurvedic beauty and wellness products, crafted especially to resonate with the lifestyle of today's youth. T.A.C has a robust omnichannel presence in India and caters to an international customer base too.
Designation: Finance Controller
Location: Gurgaon
Responsibilities:
- Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, working closely with department heads to develop detailed budgets and financial plans aligned with strategic objectives.
- Provide strategic financial analysis and insights to senior management, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities to optimize financial performance and drive revenue growth.
- Develop and maintain robust financial models to support scenario analysis, investment evaluation, and long-term strategic planning initiatives.
- Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting process, including variance analysis, performance metrics, and key business drivers.
- Oversee the development of pricing strategies, product costing models, and profitability analysis to drive margin improvement and enhance competitive positioning.
- Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve financial processes, systems, and tools, driving efficiency and scalability across the organization.
- Mentor and develop a team of financial analysts, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities to foster a high-performing culture.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather relevant data, assumptions, and insights for financial planning and analysis activities, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Partner with business leaders to evaluate new initiatives, investment opportunities, and strategic projects, assessing financial feasibility and potential returns.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
- 5+ years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, with at least 2 years in a managerial or leadership role.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, mentor, and develop a team of financial professionals.
- Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, forecasting techniques, and variance analysis.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate insights effectively.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with financial planning / accounting software such as Tally or ERP systems is a plus.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
- Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy and a commitment to meeting deadlines.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
