Sula Vineyards - Head - Treasury

Role Description:

We are seeking an experienced professional who will lead the relationships with the companies banks / lenders, and , ensure sufficient funds are available to meet ongoing operational requirements. The ideal candidate should have prior experience in handling treasury operations in similar industries, with a focus on debt raising. The candidate should also have experience in managing company-side financial services/treasury operation in a public listed entity.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead the treasury operations, including cash flow planning, fund management, debt raising, and short-term investments.

- Ensure sufficient liquidity to support operational and strategic business requirements.

- Develop and implement cash management strategies to optimize working capital.

- Continuously monitor and forecast cash flow to ensure efficient fund utilization.

- Build and maintain strong relationships with banks, financial institutions, and credit rating agencies.

- Negotiate and manage debt facilities while striving to minimize the overall cost of capital.

- Ensure compliance with all regulatory and legal obligations related to treasury and financial operations.

- Monitor and manage financial risks, including interest rate and currency exposures, and develop appropriate hedging strategies.

- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and provide strategic inputs to support financial planning and corporate finance initiatives.

- Drive automation and improvements in treasury processes and reporting, leveraging ERP systems like SAP.

- Mentor and lead the treasury team, providing direction and fostering a high-performance culture.

Desired Skills and Traits:

- CA/ CFA/MBA Finance with 10-12 years of relevant post-qualification experience in treasury and financial management, with hands-on experience in Debt fundraising and capital structuring

- Strong understanding of capital markets, banking products, and financial instruments

- Working with listed companies or large corporate setups

- Stakeholder management at CXO and board level

- Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills

- Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

- Ability to lead cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and advanced MS Excel