We're a leading recruitment company in Sri Lanka looking for a Financial Controller for a leading Power and Energy company based in Colombo.

Role Overview
The Sector Financial Controller will play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy, driving performance, and ensuring robust governance across a defined business sector. This is a key business-partnering position, responsible for strategic financial planning, analysis, and decision support to senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead financial management for the sector including budgeting, forecasting, risk analysis, and month-end close.
Provide strategic insights that influence commercial decisions and drive profitable growth.
Ensure strong financial controls, compliance, and adherence to Group policies.
Partner with operations, sales, and supply chain to improve financial performance and cost efficiencies.
Oversee sector reporting, KPI tracking, variance analysis, and performance reviews.
Support investment appraisals, pricing strategies, and capital expenditure evaluations.
Lead and develop a high-performing finance team.

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is essential.
Minimum 18 - 20 years’ post-qualification experience, preferably within Power and Energy, manufacturing, or related sectors.
Proven experience in financial leadership, business partnering, and strategic planning.
Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of IFRS.
Advanced analytical and financial modelling skills.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership capabilities.
Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.