Chief Financial Officer - Manufacturing Firm - CA

CFO - (Manufacturing) - Ahmedabad

About the Role:

- The Chief Financial Officer is responsible for the overall financial health, risk management operations, and IT functions of the company.

- The role involves developing financial and operational strategies, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing reporting systems, and establishing robust controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.

Location: Ahmedabad

Reporting Structure: Reports to the Managing Director with a functional reporting line to the CFO of the parent company in Europe

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning:

- Partner with executive leadership to formulate the company's strategic direction

- Develop comprehensive financial and tax strategies aligned with business objectives

- Oversee capital planning, budgeting processes, and resource allocation

- Establish performance metrics that support strategic initiatives

Financial Management:

- Lead the accounting, treasury, tax, and legal departments

- Monitor working capital development with precision on a monthly basis

- Analyze monthly financial results including product-group gross margins and overhead costs

- Challenge the management team on improvement programs and cost reduction initiatives

- Support financial operations of smaller group companies within the organization

Reporting & Compliance:

- Oversee timely month-end closings and preparation of quarterly board reports

- Present financial results with insightful analysis to the Board of Directors

- Ensure compliance with stock exchange regulations, international transfer pricing requirements, and relevant statutory obligations

- Manage internal MIS and group reporting with accuracy and timeliness

Risk Management:

- Develop and maintain reliable control systems throughout the organization

- Monitor and mitigate key elements of the company's risk profile

- Ensure appropriate insurance coverage for company assets and employees

- Oversee legal issues affecting the company

- Maintain strong relationships with external auditors and implement their recommendations

Treasury & Funding:

- Optimize cash management practices and forecast liquidity needs

- Deploy excess funds strategically to maximize returns

- Maintain strong banking relationships and secure favorable financing terms

Stakeholder Management:

- Represent the company professionally with investors, bankers, and external stakeholders

- Participate in conference calls with key stakeholders

- Maintain productive relationships with tax advisors, auditors, and consultants

Qualifications & Requirements:

Education & Experience:

- CA from ICAI (required)

- 20-25 years of relevant experience in manufacturing sector

- Experience liaising with Supervisory Boards and Independent Directors

- International working environment experience

Skills & Knowledge:

- Expert in financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting

- Strong strategic planning capabilities

- Proficiency in financial process improvement methodologies

- Experience with international transfer pricing

- Comprehensive understanding of direct and indirect tax management

- Working knowledge of IT functions

- Experience with Microsoft ERP systems (preferred)

Languages:

- English (fully proficient)

- Hindi and Gujarati (limited proficiency acceptable)

Competencies:

- Result-driven with strong analytical thinking

- Systems-oriented approach with meeting management capabilities

- Excellent communication and coordination skills

- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams

- Demonstrated emotional maturity and performance under pressure

- Strong sense of ownership and accountability

Compensation:

- Higher compensation possible for exceptional candidates

- Position includes standard non-compete, intellectual property, and confidentiality provisions

Preferred Candidate Profile:

- Age: 45-50 years

- Gender: Open to all qualified candidates