Chief Financial Officer - CA

Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Financial Leadership:
- Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with business goals.
- Provide actionable insights and forecasts to support long-term growth.
- Collaborate with the board, CEO, and business unit heads on key financial decisions.
Financial Planning & Analysis:
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes.
- Drive profitability through cost control, margin analysis, and working capital optimization.
- Monitor and analyze key financial metrics (EBITDA, ROI, ROCE, cash flows).
Cost Management & Controls:
- Establish and monitor standard costing systems and cost accounting practices.
- Evaluate production cost structures, raw material pricing, and logistics expenses.
- Implement cost reduction programs across procurement, operations, and supply chain.
Treasury & Fund Management:
- Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and working capital requirements.
- Oversee debt management, fund-raising initiatives, and capital investments.
- Optimize interest costs and ensure liquidity for operations.
Compliance, Risk & Governance:
- Ensure compliance with statutory laws, tax regulations, GST, and audit requirements.
- Lead internal audits, risk assessments, and implement financial controls.
- Manage relationships with auditors, legal advisors, and regulatory bodies.
ERP & Automation:
- Lead implementation and optimization of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
- Leverage technology to improve reporting, cost tracking, and operational efficiency.
Team Leadership:
- Build, mentor, and lead the finance and accounts team.
- Drive a performance-oriented and accountable finance culture.
Key Skills & Competencies:
- Strong knowledge of financial operations in manufacturing, especially steel or heavy industry.
- Expertise in cost accounting, project finance, CAPEX control, and taxation.
- Strategic thinking and analytical problem-solving abilities.
- High integrity, leadership skills, and decision-making capability.
Educational Qualifications:
- CA (Chartered Accountant) is mandatory.