Financial Controller

## About PointO India is rapidly adopting electric 3-wheelers for last-mile connectivity, with millions of vehicles already on the road. PointO is building India's largest battery leasing and swapping ecosystem for commercial EVs, focused on financial inclusion and asset utilization. Our model combines battery asset ownership, leasing, and financing, creating a unique intersection of fintech, mobility, and infrastructure. Founded in 2019, PointO is a fast-scaling, profitable startup with strong unit economics and aggressive expansion plans across India. ## Role Overview We are looking for a high-ownership Financial Controller who can go beyond traditional accounting and build strong financial control systems for an asset-heavy leasing business. This role requires deep expertise in: - Leasing accounting (Ind AS / IFRS) - Asset profitability & unit economics - Cash flow and working capital management - Credit risk control - Process automation and team leadership The candidate will work closely with founders and leadership to ensure financial discipline while supporting rapid scale. ## Key Responsibilities ### Accounting & Financial Control - Oversee end-to-end accounting operations (GL, AP, AR, taxation, MIS). - Ensure accurate capitalization and depreciation of leased battery assets. - Maintain compliance with Ind AS, Companies Act, GST, TDS, and applicable regulations. - Strengthen internal controls and financial governance. ### Leasing & Asset Economics Management - Monitor profitability at asset / cohort level. - Build financial models for leasing IRR, payback, and portfolio returns. - Track maintenance cost vs revenue performance across assets. - Identify early warning signals for asset underperformance. ### Revenue Recognition & Credit Risk - Implement revenue recognition policies aligned with leasing contracts. - Manage exposure to large fleet customers and credit concentration risks. - Define credit limits, provisioning policies, and collection controls. - Partner with business teams to improve receivable cycles. ### Cash Flow & Working Capital Optimization - Manage cash flow planning for capex-heavy operations. - Improve collection efficiency and working capital cycles. - Drive vendor credit negotiations and financing strategies. - Support debt fundraising, NBFC partnerships, and lender reporting. ### Month-End Close & MIS Excellence - Reduce month-end closure timelines through process improvements. - Ensure timely MIS, dashboards, and management reporting. - Build automated reporting frameworks and SOPs. ### Compliance, Audit & Governance - Lead statutory, internal, and lender audits. - Ensure regulatory compliance including tax and financial reporting. - Identify risks and implement preventive financial controls. - Handle audit observations and corrective action plans. ### Team Leadership & Process Ownership - Lead and mentor finance team across AP, AR, GL, and taxation. - Improve productivity without immediate team expansion. - Build SOPs, checklists, and review cadences. - Create a culture of accountability and accuracy. ## Ideal Candidate Profile ### Qualification - Chartered Accountant (CA) — Mandatory ### Experience - 4–8 years experience (startup / NBFC / leasing / asset-heavy businesses preferred) - Experience in multi-entity or high-transaction environments is a plus. ### Core Competencies Required - Strong knowledge of Ind AS / IFRS (leasing & asset accounting preferred) - Financial modeling and unit economics understanding - Working capital and cash flow management - Credit risk management - ERP and accounting systems expertise - Process improvement and automation mindset - Leadership and stakeholder management ## Why Join PointO - Work directly with founders in a high-growth, profitable startup - Build financial systems from scale-up to national expansion - High ownership and strategic exposure - Opportunity to shape finance for India's EV ecosystem