Group CFO - Engineering - CA

Group CFO - Engineering - Ahmedabad , (12-20 yrs)

About the Role:

- The Group 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

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).

- 10 - 15 years of relevant experience in manufacturing sector.

- Experience liaising with Supervisory Boards and Independent Directors.

Skills & Knowledge:

- Expert in financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting.

- Strong strategic planning capabilities.

- Proficiency in financial process improvement methodologies.

- 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:

- Upto 65L.

- Higher compensation possible for exceptional candidates.

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

Preferred Candidate Profile:

- Age: Upto 45 years.

- Gender: Male.