Head Of Finance

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management

• Lead and manage the overall Finance & Accounts function.
• Oversee financial accounting, general ledger, and month-end/year-end closing activities.
• Prepare, review, and finalize standalone and consolidated financial statements.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with statutory and accounting standards.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, MIS reporting, and financial planning.

Audit & Compliance

• Manage Statutory, Internal, Tax, and Secretarial Audits.
• Coordinate with external auditors, including Big 4 audit firms (Deloitte, EY, KPMG, PwC).
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, statutory regulations, and internal financial controls.
• Address audit observations and implement corrective actions.

Financial Reporting & Accounting Standards

• Strong working knowledge of IFRS/Ind AS and financial reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with Companies Act and applicable regulatory frameworks.
• Develop and strengthen internal financial control processes.

IPO & Listed Company Experience

• Experience working with an IPO-listed company or hands-on involvement in the IPO process.
• Support IPO readiness, due diligence, financial disclosures, and regulatory compliance.
• Liaise with auditors, legal advisors, investment bankers, and regulatory authorities.

Treasury Management

• Manage treasury operations, banking relationships, and cash flow.
• Monitor working capital and optimize fund utilization.
• Drive financial risk management and investment planning.

Taxation & Statutory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with GST, Income Tax, TDS, and other statutory requirements.
• Oversee timely filing of returns and statutory payments.
• Handle tax assessments, notices, and regulatory audits.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Finance & Accounts team.
• Partner with senior leadership to support strategic business decisions.
• Drive continuous process improvement and operational excellence.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Digital Transformation & AI

• Drive automation and digital transformation initiatives within the finance function.
• Leverage AI-powered tools for reporting, analytics, forecasting, and process optimization.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and implement best practices in finance operations.

Required Skills & Expertise

• Chartered Accountant (CA) – Mandatory
• 8–15 years of experience in Finance & Accounts within the IT/ITES industry
• Financial Accounting & Finalization of Accounts
• Financial Reporting (IFRS / Ind AS)
• Statutory Audit, Internal Audit & Tax Audit
• Experience working with or handling audits by Big 4 firms
• IPO process and/or Listed Company experience
• Treasury & Cash Flow Management
• GST, Income Tax, TDS & Statutory Compliance
• Budgeting, Forecasting & MIS Reporting
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.)
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
• Proven experience managing and developing finance teams
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to adopt and leverage AI in finance processes

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Qualified CA with experience in an IT/ITES organization.
• Currently working in or previously associated with an IPO-listed company, or actively involved in IPO implementation.
• Hands-on experience coordinating with Big 4 auditors.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to lead finance transformation initiatives.
• Immediate joiners or candidates with short notice periods preferred.
• Candidates based in Nashik or willing to relocate to Nashik.