Momentive

Produces silicones and specialty solutions worldwide

Assistant Controller/Controller

Financial AccountingUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeBengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), or equivalent professional qualification is required.
Six to nine years of progressive experience in accounting, controllership, or regional finance leadership is required.
Experience with multi-country financial operations and compliance frameworks is required.
Strong command of United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP), International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and regional statutory standards is required.
A proven track record of managing audits, controls, and close processes is required.

Responsibilities

Own complete financial statements for all India, Middle East, and Africa legal entities, covering US GAAP, IFRS, and local statutory requirements.
Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual close and regional consolidation for global reporting.
Lead periodic financial reviews with senior leadership and recommend corrective actions.
Establish and maintain strong internal financial controls and act as the regional internal financial controls/Sarbanes-Oxley (IFC/SOX) process owner.
Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, local statutory requirements, and audit expectations.
Lead internal and external audit cycles and drive remediation of findings.
Manage and approve revenue recognition, commercial rebates, accruals, and intercompany cross-charges.
Govern balance sheet integrity, reconciliations, provisioning, and asset management.
Lead analysis of actuals versus plan and forecast, prepare financial and management reporting packs, and provide insights to business leaders.
Drive financial governance for key performance indicators across the finance function.
Provide financial expertise for business decisions, risk assessments, and long-range planning.
Supervise regional accounting operations, including cash, intercompany, general ledger, payroll interface, and statutory processes.
Implement standardized processes, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Ensure alignment of regional finance operations with global process owners.
Lead and develop a high-performing regional controllership team.
Drive capability building, succession planning, and performance management.
Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Partner with Tax, Treasury, Legal, FP&A, Supply Chain, HR, and business leaders.
Support mergers and acquisitions activities, including due diligence, integration, and accounting alignment.
Represent India, Middle East, and Africa controllership in global initiatives and system and process enhancements.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in global or matrixed organizations.
Prior exposure to India, Middle East, and Africa markets and multi-jurisdictional compliance.
Hands-on experience with SAP, financial automation tools, and advanced analytics.
Experience in project management, transformation, or process re-engineering.
Mergers and acquisitions exposure, including technical accounting, due diligence, and integration support.

Job Title:

Assistant Controller/Controller, India Middle-East & Africa

Summary:

Responsible for leading the full controllership, financial governance, regional financial compliance, and reporting for IMEA operations. The role oversees financial integrity, internal controls, statutory reporting, and business partnering to support organizational performance.

Responsibilities Include:

Tasks and responsibilities of the position:

Ownership of complete financial statements for all IMEA legal entities (US GAAP, IFRS & local statutory).
Ensure timely, accurate monthly/quarterly/annual close and regional consolidation for global reporting.
Lead periodic financial reviews with senior leadership and recommend corrective actions.
Establish and maintain strong internal financial controls; act as the regional IFC/SOX process owner.
Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, local statutory requirements, and audit expectations.
Lead internal/external audit cycles and drive remediation of findings.
Manage and approve revenue recognition, commercial rebates, accruals, and intercompany cross-charges.
Govern balance sheet integrity, reconciliations, provisioning, and asset management.
Lead analysis of actuals vs. plan/forecast, preparation of financial/management reporting packs and provide insights to business leaders.
Drive financial governance for key KPIs across the finance function.
Provide financial expertise for business decisions, risk assessments, and long-range planning.
Supervise regional accounting operations including Cash, Inter-company, GL, payroll interface, and statutory processes.
Implement standardized processes, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Ensure alignment of regional finance operations with global process owners.
Lead and develop a high-performing regional controllership team.
Drive capability building, succession planning, and performance management.
Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Partner with Tax, Treasury, Legal, FP&A, Supply Chain, HR, and business leaders.
Support M&A activities (due diligence, integration, accounting alignment).
Represent IMEA controllership in global initiatives and system/process enhancements.

Qualifications:

The following are required for the role

Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification.
6-9 years of progressive experience in accounting, controllership, or regional finance leadership.
Experience with multi-country financial operations and compliance frameworks.
Strong command of US GAAP, IFRS, and regional statutory standards.
Proven track record of managing audits, controls, and close processes.

The following are Preferred for the role:

Experience in global or matrixed organizations.
Prior exposure to IMEA markets and multi-jurisdictional compliance.
Hands-on SAP experience, financial automation tools, and advanced analytics.
Experience in project management, transformation, or process re-engineering.
M&A exposure (technical accounting, due diligence, integration support).

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What We Offer:

At Momentive, we value your well-being and offer competitive total rewards and development programs. Our inclusive culture fosters a strong sense of belonging and provides diverse career opportunities to help you unleash your full potential. Together, through innovative problem-solving and collaboration, we strive to create sustainable solutions that make a meaningful impact. Join our Momentive team to open a bright future. #BePartoftheSolution

About Us:

Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.

Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.

To be considered for this position candidates are required tosubmit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.

About the Company

Momentive

Produces silicones and specialty solutions worldwide

Momentive Performance Materials produces high-performance silicones and related specialty solutions for electronics, automotive, healthcare, energy, construction, agriculture, and consumer goods. Its products are sold through direct online orders and distributors, and the company also provides a Safety Data Sheet locating service for its catalog. Momentive collaborates with partners on advanced materials like Dielectric Elastomer Actuators, devices that change size or shape when an electric field is applied. The company stands out through its broad product range, global reach, and mix of direct and distributor sales, and it aims to grow by expanding its product lines, pursuing strategic partnerships, and scaling its business, including navigating its expected acquisition by KCC Corporation.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Seed
Total funding: $800K
Headquarters: Niskayuna, NY
Founded: 2005

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