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.