Job Description:

Chief Financial Officer (CFO):

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a senior executive responsible for the overall financial health, strategy, governance, and long-term financial planning of a beverage manufacturing organization. The role encompasses financial management, business partnering, risk management, compliance, fundraising, cost optimization, and stakeholder engagement to drive sustainable growth and profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Strategy:

- Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with business objectives and growth plans.

- Lead long-term financial planning, annual budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation processes.

- Provide strategic financial insights to support business expansion, operational efficiency, and profitability.

Financial Reporting & Compliance:

- Oversee timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, including Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statements, in compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

- Ensure adherence to statutory, taxation, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance requirements.

- Manage internal and external audits, financial controls, and regulatory filings.

Cost Management & Profitability:

- Drive cost optimization initiatives across manufacturing, procurement, logistics, and supply chain operations.

- Conduct detailed margin, cost, and profitability analysis by product category and business segment.

- Identify opportunities for operational efficiency improvements and enhanced financial performance.

Treasury & Capital Management:

- Manage cash flow, working capital, liquidity planning, and banking relationships.

- Optimize capital structure and oversee debt management, fundraising activities, and capital investment decisions.

- Evaluate and monitor capital expenditure (CAPEX) projects to ensure optimal returns.

Cash Flow & Working Capital Management:

- Monitor accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory levels, and cash conversion cycles.

- Ensure adequate liquidity to support ongoing operations and future growth initiatives.

- Implement strategies to improve working capital efficiency and cash generation.

Risk Management:

- Identify, assess, and mitigate financial, operational, and market risks.

- Manage exposure to foreign exchange, interest rate fluctuations, and other financial risks.

- Strengthen internal controls and enterprise risk management frameworks.

Mergers, Acquisitions & Strategic Initiatives:

- Support mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other strategic transactions.

- Lead financial due diligence, valuation assessments, transaction structuring, and post-integration activities.

- Evaluate investment opportunities and strategic partnerships.

Leadership & Technology:

- Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing finance teams.

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

- Leverage ERP systems, financial technologies, and data analytics to enhance decision-making and process efficiency.

Stakeholder Management:

- Act as the primary financial liaison for investors, auditors, regulators, lenders, and board members.

- Communicate financial performance, business outlook, and strategic priorities to key stakeholders.

- Support corporate governance and board-level decision-making.

Qualifications & Skills:

Education:

- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or a related field.

- Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification preferred; MBA (Finance) is an added advantage.

Experience:

- 15-20 years of progressive experience in finance leadership roles.

- Prior experience within manufacturing, consumer products, FMCG, or beverage industries preferred.

- Strong exposure to manufacturing operations, supply chain finance, cost management, and business partnering.

Core Competencies:

- Strong financial and commercial acumen.

- Strategic planning and analytical capabilities.

- Leadership and team management skills.

- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.

- Expertise in financial reporting, compliance, taxation, treasury, and risk management.

- Proficiency in ERP platforms, financial systems, and data analytics tools.

- Sound understanding of regulatory and governance frameworks.