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 overseeing end-to-end finance operations, internal controls, statutory compliance, tax, working capital, and financial planning and analysis (FP&A). This role involves leading and developing a finance team, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strengthening controls, 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 (IFC) 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 senior leadership and the CFO.
  • Lead budgeting, variance analysis, working capital management, cash flow forecasting, and financial modeling to support strategic decision-making.
  • 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, reconciliations, and engagement with external tax consultants.
  • Manage corporate compliance, legal notices, assessments, and regulatory matters.

• Team Leadership & Organizational Building

  • Restructure and mentor the existing finance team, transitioning from a flat hierarchy to specialized, high-accountability sub-teams.
  • Identify operational bottlenecks and automate workflows using modern ERP and enterprise tools to enable 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 managing end-to-end controllership functions, including:
  • O2C and P2P processes
  • Statutory and internal audits
  • Financial planning and analysis
  • Taxation and compliance
  • Working capital management
• Strong knowledge of Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience mentoring and developing finance teams.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of interfacing with CFO, board members, auditors, and investors.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with process automation and ERP systems.
• Familiarity with urban mobility or TaaS industry-specific financial practices.
• Strategic thinking and ability to implement scalable financial processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Experience

• 8 to 14 years of relevant experience in finance and controllership roles within mid-to-large organizations.
• Prior experience leading finance teams and managing comprehensive financial functions.

Environment

• The role is based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
• The work environment involves close collaboration with senior leadership, auditors, and external stakeholders.
• The position may require occasional travel for audits, regulatory meetings, or strategic initiatives.
• The work setting is primarily in-office, with a focus on building a high-performance finance organization.

Salary

• Estimated Range: ₹50 LPA (Target Budget) with a stretch up to ₹70–75 LPA for exceptional candidates.

Growth Opportunities

• The role offers significant potential for career advancement into senior leadership positions within the finance organization.
• Opportunity to shape the company's financial architecture and contribute to its scaling and investor readiness.

Benefits

• Not specified in the provided description.