AVP - Finance Controller

About the Role:

Position

AVP, Finance Controller – America

New Jersey, USA

15+ years

The Finance Controller will lead and oversee all financial and accounting operations for the US entity/region. The role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance (US GAAP), effective internal controls, and providing financial insights to support business decision‑making.

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Ensure preparation of financial statements (Balance Sheet, P&L, Cash Flow) in accordance with US GAAP.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of reporting.

• Establish and maintain robust internal controls (SOX, audit compliance).
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
• Maintain audit readiness and manage external/internal audits.

• Oversee end-to-end accounting functions:
• Accounts Payable / Receivable.
• Payroll and fixed assets.
• Ensure proper revenue recognition and accounting treatment.

• Monitor liquidity, cash flow, and working capital.
• Optimize cash utilization across the business.

• Ensure timely filing of federal, state, and local tax returns with the help of global taxation team.
• Coordinate with tax advisors and manage tax provisions, as necessary.

• Provide financial analysis and insights to business leaders.
• Support pricing, margin improvement, and cost optimization initiatives.

• Drive improvements in ERP systems (Oracle).
• Strengthen financial processes and automation.
• Implement scalable controllership framework.
• Lead and develop US finance team.
• Manage performance, hiring, and capability building.
• Collaborate with global finance teams.

• CA / CPA (mandatory for US reporting roles preferred).
• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Accounting / Finance.

• 10–15+ years in finance/accounting.
• Strong experience in US GAAP reporting and compliance.
• Experience managing US entity accounting and audits.

• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and reporting requirements.
• Financial analysis and forecasting.
• Internal controls and audit management.
• Leadership and team management.
• ERP systems (Oracle/SAP/Net Suite).
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• High integrity and ownership mindset.
• Strong business acumen.
• Ability to operate in a fast‑paced global environment.
• Timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Audit outcomes (no major observations).
• Strength of internal controls.
• Forecast accuracy.
• Working capital and cash flow performance.