Chief Financial Officer - Finance Controller - CA

KEY FUNCTIONAL THRUSTS:

- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

- Prepare and present financial statements, reports, and analyses to the Board.

- Monitor financial health and risk exposure, providing strategic recommendations.

- Develop annual budgets and oversee financial forecasting.

- Implement cost control measures to optimize financial performance.

- Analyze variances and recommend corrective actions.

- Oversee direct and indirect taxation, ensuring compliance with all statutory regulations.

- Manage audits, liaise with external auditors, and handle tax assessments.

- Ensure adherence to all legal and regulatory financial requirements.

- Develop and oversee a robust Management Information System (MIS) for financial decision-making.

- Provide financial insights and business intelligence to support strategic planning.

- Optimize working capital, cash flow, and investment decisions.

- Manage banking relationships, fundraising, and investment strategies.

- Negotiate with financial institutions for loans, credit facilities, and other financial instruments.

- Collaborate with department heads to align financial goals with business strategy.

Qualifications & Skills:

- Chartered Accountants with minimum 15 years of experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

- Strong knowledge of financial planning, cost management, taxation, and corporate finance.

- Experience managing multiplication teams with approx 8-10 direct reportees

- Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

- Ability to work closely with senior leadership and the Board.