We are Looking for Chartered Accountant (CA) or MBA in Finance from a reputed institution to work with us as Chief Financial Officer to oversee all financial operations across the Pune and Goa business units.
Experience:
20 plus years of relevant experience in a manufacturing or construction equipment industry with at least 5 years in a senior financial leadership role
Certifications/Licenses:
Proficient in financial software and ERP systems
1. Job Purpose
- Overview:
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for driving the financial strategy and ensuring the fiscal health of the organisation. This includes optimizing financial performance managing risk and maintaining compliance to support the companys growth objectives. The CFO will
2. Key Responsibilities
Financial Strategy & Planning
- Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with the company goals and objectives.
- Lead financial planning budgeting and forecasting processes to achieve profitability and costefficiency targets.
- Provide strategic advice to the Managing Director on financial matters including market risks and growth opportunities.
Financial Operations & Compliance
- Oversee preparation and accuracy of financial statements ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure robust internal controls adherence to accounting standards and timely statutory audits.
- Coordinate with external auditors tax consultants and regulatory bodies to manage audits and compliance.
Cash Flow & Working Capital Management
- Manage cash flow to ensure liquidity and optimal working capital levels.
- Lead negotiations with banks for loans and other financial arrangements.
- Oversee debt servicing credit control and treasury functions to optimize financial resources.
Cost Management & Profit Optimization
- Drive cost optimization initiatives across departments to improve profitability.
- Implement and monitor cost control measures in manufacturing procurement and sales operations.
- Provide financial insights to support pricing strategies and product profitability analysis.
Risk Management & Controls
- Identify financial and operational risks implementing mitigation measures as needed.
- Establish a risk management framework to safeguard company assets and prevent financial fraud.
- Regularly review financial policies controls and procedures for continuous improvement.
Leadership & Team Development
- Lead mentor and develop the Accounts team to achieve high performance.
- Foster a culture of accountability collaboration and continuous learning within the team.
- Collaborate with heads of other departments to align financial goals with overall business objectives.
Project Evaluation & Capital Allocation
- Evaluate financial feasibility of new projects capital expenditures and strategic investments.
- Conduct ROI analysis to support decisionmaking for expansions or new product lines.
3. Competencies
Core Competencies:
- Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problemsolving.
- Experience in managing banking relationships and securing financing for business growth.
- Ability to drive change management and process improvement initiatives
Technical Competencies:
- Proven experience in financial planning cost management and budgeting within a multilocation setup.
- Handson experience in managing statutory compliance audits and tax matters.
- Strong track record in cash flow management cost optimization and financial risk mitigation.
4. Working Conditions
- Work Environment:
Based in the Pune HO with Occasional travel to the Goa business unit as needed for oversight and coordination. - Knowledge of Marathi is essential.