Deejay Coconut Farm Pvt. Ltd.
Website:
deejayfarm.com
Job details:
About Deejay Group of CompaniesEstablished in 1969 and headquartered in Bengaluru, Deejay Group of Companies has built a legacy in agribusiness through innovation, quality and sustainable growth. Its diverse operations span coconut hybrid seedling production, research and development, domestic sales, exports and agricultural by-products, with operations across Goa, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh.
About the RoleDeejay Group of Companies is seeking an experienced Group Finance Controller to lead group-level financial planning, reporting, controls and governance across its business entities.
This is a strategic finance leadership role for a hands-on professional who can translate financial data into actionable business insights, strengthen financial discipline, improve working capital management and support informed decision-making by the CEO and Chairman & Managing Director (CMD).
The position is based in Bengaluru, with quarterly travel to farms as required.
Key Responsibilities1. Financial Planning, Reporting & Control
- Lead group-level financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and performance monitoring.
- Establish timely, accurate and consistent financial reporting across group entities.
- Develop entity-level and farm-level Profit & Loss (P&L) statements to improve financial visibility and accountability.
- Analyze financial performance, identify variances and recommend corrective actions.
2. Business Finance & Decision Support
- Partner with business and farm teams to improve profitability, cost efficiency and resource utilization.
- Develop financial models, including seedling unit economics, to support pricing and operational decisions.
- Provide actionable financial insights to the CEO and CMD for strategic planning and business reviews.
- Lead the annual budgeting process and monitor performance against approved budgets.
3. Governance, Compliance & Internal Controls
- Strengthen financial controls, processes and accountability across group entities.
- Monitor statutory and regulatory compliance in coordination with the relevant teams and professional advisers.
- Identify financial and operational risks and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.
- Coordinate with the Accounts team and work with Farm Internal Audit to improve financial discipline and control effectiveness.
4. Treasury & Working Capital Management
- Oversee cash-flow forecasting, liquidity planning and working capital monitoring.
- Improve cash visibility and fund utilisation across group entities.
- Identify opportunities to strengthen receivables management, payment planning and overall financial efficiency.
5. Team Leadership & Process Improvement
- Lead and strengthen the Accounts function, establishing clear responsibilities and reporting standards.
- Institutionalise structured monthly financial reviews with relevant stakeholders.
- Standardise financial reporting processes and promote data-driven decision-making across the Group.
Candidate ProfileQualifications
- Chartered Accountant (CA) preferred; MBA in Finance may also be considered.
- Strong understanding of financial management, accounting, budgeting, financial controls and statutory compliance.
Experience
- 10–14 years of relevant professional experience, including 4–5 years in a senior, independently managed finance role.
- Experience in group-level finance, multi-entity reporting, financial planning and business partnering.
- Experience in agribusiness, plantations or farm-based operations will be an advantage.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to share their updated CV along with a brief cover note mentioning their current CTC, expected CTC and notice period.
Email: hr@deejayfarm.com
CC: coo@deejayfarm.com and vinayakkulkarni@deejayfarm.com
Subject Line: Application – Group Finance Controller
Join Deejay Group of Companies and contribute to strengthening financial governance, business performance and sustainable growth across the Group.
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