Finance Controller - B2B/Food Supply Startup

Role Overview:

- As the Finance Controller, you will play a key role in managing the company's financial health, ensuring compliance, optimizing cash flow, and supporting business growth with strategic financial planning.

- You will work closely with the founders, operations, and sales teams to drive profitability and financial efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Strategy & Planning:

- Develop and implement financial strategies to support business growth and profitability.

- Prepare financial forecasts, budgets, and cash flow analysis.

- Analyse financial performance and provide insights for decision-making.

Accounting & Compliance:

- Oversee day-to-day accounting, bookkeeping, and financial transactions.

- Ensure compliance with taxation (GST, TDS, etc.), regulatory requirements, and audits.

- Maintain financial reports, balance sheets, P&L statements, and other key financial documents.

Cash Flow & Working Capital Management:

- Optimize working capital by managing receivables, payables, and inventory financing.

- Monitor and improve credit control, vendor payments, and customer collections.

- Collaborate with banks and financial institutions for funding, loans, and credit facilities.

Cost & Profitability Management:

- Implement cost-control measures to enhance margins.

- Track procurement costs, logistics expenses, and operational overheads.

- Provide financial insights to pricing strategies and vendor negotiations.

Technology & Process Improvement:

- Implement and improve financial systems, accounting software, and automation tools.

- Ensure proper integration of finance with ERP, inventory, and sales systems.

- Identify and mitigate financial risks through internal controls.

Key Qualifications & Skills:

- Education: CA/ICWA/MBA (Finance) or equivalent qualification.

- Experience: 5-12 years in financial management, preferably in a B2B or food supply startup.

- Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of financial modelling, accounting software (Tally, Zoho Books, QuickBooks, or SAP), and MS Excel.

- Industry Knowledge: Understanding of food procurement, supply chain, vendor management, and working capital dynamics.

- Soft Skills: Analytical mindset, attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and strong communication skills.