Internal Finance Controller | CA | Startup

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Salary range: Rs 3000000 - Rs 4000000 (ie INR 30-40 LPA)

Min Experience: 4 years

Location: Bengaluru

JobType: full-time

We are seeking an experienced Internal Financial Controls (IFC) Lead to strengthen and oversee the internal control framework across business processes within a rapidly scaling digital infrastructure and connectivity organization. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and continuously improving the IFC framework to ensure strong governance, regulatory compliance, and effective risk management. You will work closely with senior leadership, auditors, and cross-functional teams to embed a robust control environment that supports sustainable growth, transparency, and operational excellence.

Requirements:
Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, rollout, and periodic review of the Internal Financial Controls (IFC) framework across all business functions.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, including the Companies Act, SEBI regulations, and SOX (where applicable).
• Identify and assess key financial and operational risks, and develop appropriate control mechanisms.
• Develop, maintain, and update Risk Control Matrices (RCMs), process documentation, and control narratives.
• Conduct periodic risk and control assessments to evaluate design effectiveness and operating effectiveness of controls.
• Identify control gaps, recommend mitigation plans, and track remediation to timely closure.
• Coordinate IFC testing, reviews, and certifications with internal auditors and statutory auditors.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of processes, controls, testing outcomes, and remediation status.
• Drive a strong compliance culture through training, awareness programs, and stakeholder engagement.
• Partner with IT and process owners to automate controls, deploy GRC tools, and implement monitoring dashboards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including finance, legal, HR, operations, IT, and procurement.
• Present updates on the control environment, risk posture, and remediation progress to senior leadership, Audit Committee, and the Board.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Strong experience in internal financial controls, risk management, or internal audit roles.
• Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements, including the Companies Act and SEBI regulations.
• Proven ability to design and implement RCMs, control frameworks, and governance processes.
• Experience working with internal and statutory auditors and managing audit cycles effectively.
• Familiarity with GRC tools, control automation, and compliance dashboards.
• Strong analytical and risk assessment skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including presenting to senior leadership and governance bodies.
• A proactive, ownership-driven mindset with the ability to work across functions in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.