Interim Chief Financial Officer - Manufacturing - CA

Interim CFO - Rs. 2300 Cr Indian Business House - Manufacturing

Job Profile: Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Mumbai

Duration: 1 Year (Interim Assignment)

Role Objective

The Interim CFO will provide strategic financial leadership, stability, and governance during a transition period. The role is critical in ensuring robust financial control, cash flow management, compliance, and supporting companys growth plans across its multiple manufacturing plants.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Leadership:

- Provide oversight of financial strategy, planning, and analysis to support the companys short- and long-term goals.

- Advise the Board and CEO on financial performance, risks, and capital allocation.

Financial Planning & Control:

- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting across all business units.

- Drive cost optimization and working capital efficiency across multiple plant operations.

Compliance & Governance:

- Ensure adherence to statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements.

- Strengthen internal controls, audit readiness, and risk management frameworks.

Treasury & Cash Flow:

- Manage treasury operations, liquidity, and debt management.

- Maintain strong relationships with banks, financial institutions, and investors.

Business Partnering:

- Collaborate with business leaders to drive profitability and operational excellence.

- Provide insights for investment decisions, capacity expansions, and new initiatives.

Leadership & Transition Management:

- Mentor and guide the finance team, ensuring capability building and succession readiness.

- Support smooth handover to the long-term CFO at the end of the assignment.

Candidate Profile

- Age: 56 - 65 years

- Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA)

Experience:

- Minimum 30 years of progressive experience in finance leadership roles.

- Strong background in large Indian business houses with exposure to complex, multi-plant manufacturing operations.

- Proven track record in managing scale, growth, and transformation within industrial/manufacturing sectors.

Skills & Attributes:

- Deep understanding of Indian financial, regulatory, and tax frameworks.

- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

- Ability to operate effectively in an interim role and deliver impact within defined timelines.

- High integrity, governance focus, and commercial acumen.

Reporting Relationships

- Reports to: Managing Director & Board of Directors

- Direct Reports: Head of Finance, Plant Finance Controllers, Treasury & Tax teams

Contract Details

- Duration: One Year (Interim Assignment)

- Location: Corporate Office, Mumbai with periodic plant visits