Regional Controller, South Asia at Wise

Hyderabad, Telangana, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
FinTech, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Experienced finance professional with background in financial controlling, audit, advisory, or management accounting, ideally in Banking, FinTech, or financial services
  • Deep understanding of Statutory GAAP in India (iGAAP), IFRS, and US GAAP, with strong accounting principles and proven expertise in financial reporting, processes, and controls specific to India and South Asia
  • Skilled in data analysis, improving controls and internal processes, and managing complex stakeholder groups (e.g., Board, Auditors, Advisors, Government Authorities)
  • Expertise in Financial Services for Statutory GAAP (iGAAP), Financial Reporting (IFRS/US GAAP), Controlling, Regulatory (FEMA), and Tax Compliance
  • Ability to act as a Finance Business Partner, providing commercial insights, supporting strategic decisions, and aligning with business strategy
  • Thrives in a flexible, fast-paced environment, collaborating with various teams on projects and ad-hoc requests
  • Self-starter, detail-oriented, comfortable with uncertainty, and able to organize work with minimal guidance
  • Based in Hyderabad, India (hybrid, on-site, not remote)

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with APAC Head of Finance, other Finance Managers, and Regional Controllers to ensure compliance with accounting, regulatory, and tax requirements in South Asia, guiding financial strategy using iGAAP (IFRS/US GAAP) expertise
  • Oversee local audits, manage relationships with outsourced firms, and ensure financial regulatory compliance across South Asia
  • Act as primary Finance contact for South Asia Regional Expansion, Banking, Compliance, Product, and People Teams, ensuring new entities, products, and legislative changes are financially sound and optimized for growth
  • Partner with Finance Product team and Group Accounting to align systems, controls, and processes with regional needs, ensuring clarity and effective change management
  • Conduct thorough monthly and quarterly reviews of financial statements to ensure accuracy and integrity for assigned entities

Skills

iGAAP
IFRS
US GAAP
Financial Reporting
Statutory GAAP
Regulatory Compliance
FEMA
Tax Compliance
Audit Management
Financial Strategy
Controlling
Finance Business Partnering
Commercial Finance

Wise

Facilitates low-cost international money transfers

About Wise

Wise focuses on international money transfers, providing a low-cost alternative to traditional banks. It uses a peer-to-peer system to match transfers between users in different countries, which helps reduce fees and offers better exchange rates. Customers pay a small, transparent fee for each transaction, and Wise also offers a multi-currency account for managing funds in various currencies. The company aims to maintain high performance and reliability while ensuring transparency and trust with its users.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$385.5MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

PTO & annual leave
Work from home flexibility
Parental leave
Medical insurance plans
Health & wellbeing discounts
Pension & retirement plans
Social events
Relocation support

Risks

Increased competition from banks integrating Swift services could challenge Wise's market share.
Regulatory scrutiny following Stenn's collapse may increase pressure on Wise.
Bitcoin's low transaction fees could attract customers away from Wise's services.

Differentiation

Wise offers a peer-to-peer system for low-cost international money transfers.
The company provides a multi-currency account for ex-pats, freelancers, and travelers.
Wise's transparent fee structure attracts customers seeking cost-effective money transfer solutions.

Upsides

Partnership with Morgan Stanley enhances Wise's cross-border settlement capabilities.
Expansion into India's remittance market presents significant growth opportunities for Wise.
API integrations offer additional revenue streams and market penetration for Wise.

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