Business Finance Controller

Experience: 8-15 Years

Location: Chennai

Industry: Manufacturing / Healthcare / Medical Equipment

Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced Business Finance Controller with a strong background in MIS, SAP, business finance and financial planning within a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate should have expertise in financial analysis, budgeting, cost control, working capital management and business partnering.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and monthly MIS in coordination with Business Unit Heads and functional teams.
• Analyse business performance across products, segments, regions, territories, customers and sales/service operations.
• Provide financial insights and business recommendations to leadership for profitable growth.
• Monitor operating expenses and other costs in line with revenue and budget targets.
• Prepare pricing calculations, dealer/distributor incentive schemes and tender costing.
• Manage working capital, including accounts receivable, deposits, inventory and accounts payable.
• Coordinate with credit control teams to improve collections, manage receivables, EMDs and Bank Guarantees, and maintain targeted DSO.
• Work closely with plant finance teams to monitor manufacturing costs, COGS, product costing and inventory.
• Support business teams in commercial negotiations with principals, distributors and other stakeholders.
• Monitor business profitability, EBDT and cash flow performance against AOP targets.
• Prepare and maintain divisional cash flow statements and drive free cash flow improvements.
• Ensure accuracy and timely submission of MIS reports in accordance with financial policies and processes.
• Coordinate with internal and statutory auditors and ensure timely availability of required documentation.
• Identify financial risks and provide timely inputs to business leadership and senior management.
• Recommend opportunities for improved pricing, cost optimisation and operational efficiency.

Required Skills:

• Business Finance & Financial Planning
• MIS Reporting & Management Reporting
• SAP (SAP FICO preferred)
• Annual Operating Plan (AOP) & Budgeting
• Financial Analysis & Business Controlling
• Product Costing & COGS
• Working Capital Management
• Cash Flow Management
• Pricing & Tender Costing
• Manufacturing Finance
• Cost Control & Profitability Analysis

Candidate Profile:

• 810 years of relevant experience in Business Finance / Plant Finance / Financial Controlling.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing organisation is essential.
• Strong hands-on experience in SAP and MIS reporting.
• Good understanding of budgeting, costing, working capital and financial analysis.
• Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work closely with business leaders and drive financial performance.