Financial Controller in Gurgaon, भारत

Varaha is a global, leading, climate tech venture focused on carbon removal solutions such as - regenerative agriculture, afforestation, biochar, and enhanced rock weathering - that support smallholder land stewards at scale. In just the third year of operation, we are removing and avoiding more than 1 million tons of CO2 and distributing the majority of the revenues to more than 100,000 smallholder land stewards in South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa. Backed by leading global investors, our founding and management team comes with a stellar track record of successfully scaling projects and products to millions of smallholder land stewards at leading Agriculture and tech businesses.

Position: Finance Controller (FC)

Location: Gurgaon, Haryana

Role Overview : We are looking for a highly skilled Finance Controller to manage Varaha’s finance and accounting functions. The FC will ensure robust financial management, regulatory compliance, and strategic financial planning, playing a critical role in supporting our growth and mission to drive climate-positive impact at scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the finance and accounting functions, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and internal controls.

• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements in compliance with applicable accounting standards.

• Monitor cash flow, manage working capital, and optimize financial performance.

• Implement and maintain internal controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets.

• Lead audits, liaise with external auditors, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.

• Provide financial insights and strategic recommendations to support business planning and decision-making.

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to monitor project economics and financial viability of climate initiatives.

• Drive process improvements, automation, and best practices in finance operations.

Qualifications and Experience   

• Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, or equivalent professional qualification.

• 7–12 years of progressive finance experience, preferably in startups, climate tech, or impact-driven organizations.

• Strong understanding of finance, accounting, budgeting, tax compliance, and corporate governance.

• Experience with international projects, multi-currency accounting, and donor/funder reporting is a plus.

• Proficiency in financial systems and ERP tools.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

What we offer

• A strategic leadership role in one of the fastest-growing global climate-tech ventures.

• Competitive executive compensation, ESOPs, and comprehensive benefits.

• Opportunity to shape a people-first organization driving measurable climate and social impact.

• Culture of collaboration, innovation, and purpose.

• Access to global learning, professional development, and leadership growth opportunities.