Group Chief Financial Officer

Position: Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA) Qualified

Experience: Minimum 18 years, preferably 20+ years

Industry Preference:

We are seeking a seasoned finance leader with a strong background in the manufacturing sector, ideally from companies that are Limited and Listed (either currently listed or previously listed).

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Proven experience across both plant-level operations and the corporate office, with hands-on involvement in managing multiple units.
• A strong track record of leading and mentoring finance teams, with at least 20 team members under direct supervision.
• Experience from organizations with a minimum turnover of ₹800 crore, demonstrating the ability to work in a complex and growth-oriented environment.

Core Expertise Required:

• Fundraising and managing relationships with investors.
• Handling audit, finance & accounts, taxation, secretarial functions, board meetings, and preparation of balance sheets.
• Experience with IPO processes (optional but preferred).
• Strong exposure to banking and finance, including financial planning, cash flow management, and cost control.
• Proficient in preparing financial models and driving financial strategies.
• Adept at identifying financial risks, proposing corrective actions, and advising on revenue growth and cost optimization.
• Experience in developing budgeting processes and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee financial forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting processes.
• Advise on long-term financial planning and business strategy.
• Provide commercial insights to meet and exceed business targets.
• Embed a robust risk and compliance framework across the organization.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior management, external stakeholders, and investors.
• Analyze and propose action plans to meet financial objectives.
• Manage cash flows, monitor billing cycles, and oversee client payments.
• Handle all taxation-related documentation and compliance.
• Develop and maintain accurate financial scenarios, including regular communication with banks for effective fund management.
• Lead the Finance, Accounts, MIS, and Taxation functions while ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Identify and address financial risks and deficiencies and develop strategic solutions.
• Forecast short-term and long-term financial needs aligned with business and project plans, and ensure cost-effective fund mobilization.
• Contribute to the companys overall growth, profitability, and strategic expansion through effective financial leadership.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• CA qualified with 18-20 years of experience in the manufacturing sector.
• Strong leadership with the ability to steer the organization through financial strategy and planning in an evolving economic landscape.
• Expertise in corporate finance, budgeting, forecasting, and profitability management.
• Skilled in process improvement, quality management, and financial analysis.
• Experience in working with complex financial structures, ensuring compliance, and managing financial risk at a corporate level.
• A visionary finance professional who can align financial strategies with the organizations growth aspirations.