Chief Financial Officer - CA

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Financial Leadership:

- Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with business goals.

- Provide actionable insights and forecasts to support long-term growth.

- Collaborate with the board, CEO, and business unit heads on key financial decisions.

Financial Planning & Analysis:

- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes.

- Drive profitability through cost control, margin analysis, and working capital optimization.

- Monitor and analyze key financial metrics (EBITDA, ROI, ROCE, cash flows).

Cost Management & Controls:

- Establish and monitor standard costing systems and cost accounting practices.

- Evaluate production cost structures, raw material pricing, and logistics expenses.

- Implement cost reduction programs across procurement, operations, and supply chain.

Treasury & Fund Management:

- Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and working capital requirements.

- Oversee debt management, fund-raising initiatives, and capital investments.

- Optimize interest costs and ensure liquidity for operations.

Compliance, Risk & Governance:

- Ensure compliance with statutory laws, tax regulations, GST, and audit requirements.

- Lead internal audits, risk assessments, and implement financial controls.

- Manage relationships with auditors, legal advisors, and regulatory bodies.

ERP & Automation:

- Lead implementation and optimization of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).

- Leverage technology to improve reporting, cost tracking, and operational efficiency.

Team Leadership:

- Build, mentor, and lead the finance and accounts team.

- Drive a performance-oriented and accountable finance culture.

Key Skills & Competencies:

- Strong knowledge of financial operations in manufacturing, especially steel or heavy industry.

- Expertise in cost accounting, project finance, CAPEX control, and taxation.

- Strategic thinking and analytical problem-solving abilities.

- High integrity, leadership skills, and decision-making capability.

Educational Qualifications:

- CA (Chartered Accountant) is mandatory.