Finance Controller - Pharma/Life Sciences Firm - CA/ICWA/CPA (5-10 yrs)

Finance Controller - Pharma/Life sciences Industry

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

- Ensure financial controls and manage cash flows, and monitor debtors and institutional funds.

- Design and supervise inventory controls and monitor costing.

- Develop and implement financial strategies to support business objectives.

- Design and manage financial planning, delegation of financial powers, budgeting, and forecasting processes.

- Supervise the preparation of financial statements, reports, and analysis.

- Monitor and enhance internal controls to safeguard company assets.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic decision-making.

- Provide leadership and mentorship to the finance team.

- Coordinate with external auditors, tax and statutory authorities, and financial institutions.

- Ensure accurate and timely submission of statutory and regulatory filings and holding of Board and Shareholders Meetings.

- Stay informed about industry trends and changes in financial and statutory regulations.

- Implement cost-effective measures to optimize financial performance.

Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field CA/ICWA/MBA/CPA preferred.

- Proven experience as a Finance Controller in the medical device manufacturing industry.

- Strong knowledge of financial regulations, accounting principles, and taxation.

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

- Demonstrated leadership abilities and the ability to work collaboratively.

- Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems.