Management controller

Department: Finance / Operational Controller Management Control

Location: Chennai

Qualification: CMA / CMA Inter (Freshers)

Experience: 0–2 Years (Freshers encouraged to apply)

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Commercial Schemes Support Assist in preparation of vertical commercial schemes under guidance of senior controllers. Support in compiling Marginal Contribution and Cash Flow reports by Channel/Region. Help in reconciliation of Monthly Sales Register with Financial GLs for Sales/COGS. Monthly Book Close Assistance Support trial balance scrutiny and preparation of financial database. Assist in variance analysis (Actual vs Forecast/Budget/LY) with commentaries. Contribute to preparation of monthly management P& L and reconciliation with financial P& L. Forecasting and Budgeting Participate in preparation of monthly forecast and annual budget under supervision. Assist in calculation of commercial variances and ad hoc product P& L. Cost Analysis Support Work with senior team members on profit reconciliation between management and financial accounting. Provide analytical inputs for cost control and performance improvement.

Technical Skills

Financial Analysis Basics: Ability to learn and apply financial analysis with accuracy and integrity. Controlling & Business Modeling: Exposure to cost management and decision-making support. Data Mining & Reporting: Basic knowledge of Excel; willingness to learn SAP, Tableau, Power BI.

Transversal Skills

Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze data rigorously and support decision-making. Adaptability: Willingness to adjust to new processes and structures. Intellectual Curiosity: Open to learning, receptive to new ideas, and adaptable to business needs.

Desired Profile

Fresh CMA / CMA Inter with strong academic foundation in cost and management accounting. Proficiency in MS Excel; knowledge of SAP or BI tools is an added advantage. Strong interest in Profitability Analysis, Budgeting, Forecasting, and Variance Analysis. Preferably with exposure or internship experience in Dairy/Food Manufacturing.

Reporting Structure

Will report to Head – Management Controller (B2 C) for the entity.