Chief Financial Officer - CA/CFA

Job Description:

Strategic Financial Leadership:

- Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with the company's vision and growth roadmap.

- Partner with the MD and Board on strategic planning, business expansion, M&A, capital allocation, and risk management.

- Drive business performance through data-backed financial insights and decision-making.

Financial Planning, Budgeting & Analysis:

- Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.

- Track financial KPIs and variances; implement corrective actions to achieve financial targets.

- Provide strategic inputs on pricing, margin management, and cost optimization.

Accounting & Compliance:

- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with Ind AS and Companies Act.

- Oversee statutory audits, internal controls, and regulatory filings.

- Ensure full tax compliance (direct & indirect) and manage complex assessments or litigation.

Treasury & Fund Management:

- Manage banking relationships, working capital, loans, and treasury operations.

- Optimize capital structure, debt management, and liquidity planning.

- Oversee project finance, subsidies, and financial closures for new investments.

Team Leadership & Development:

- Build and mentor a high-performing finance team across business units.

- Promote a culture of transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Stakeholder Management:

- Represent the company in front of financial institutions, investors, regulators, and auditors.

- Prepare board-level reports, investor decks, and financial strategy presentations.

Desired Candidate Profile:

- Qualifications: Chartered Accountant (CA) is mandatory. MBA (Finance), CFA, or equivalent credentials are preferred.

- Experience: 18-25 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in a CFO or senior leadership role in manufacturing, sugar, ethanol, or infrastructure sectors.

- Deep understanding of financial strategy, corporate finance, taxation, and regulatory compliance.

- Strong track record in managing complex financial operations, debt restructuring, and project financing.

- Proven leadership capabilities, stakeholder management, and strategic thinking.

- Exposure to ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or Tally) and financial digitization initiatives.