Deputy Chief Financial Officer

Your primary focus will be on developing and executing comprehensive financial strategies that align with the organization's short-term and long-term business objectives. This includes leading financial planning activities such as forecasting, budgeting, consolidation, and analysis. You will be responsible for developing tools and systems to provide critical financial and operational information to the CEO and stakeholders, offering actionable recommendations for both strategic and operational improvements.

In terms of financial operations and reporting, you will oversee various functions including accounting, treasury, tax, and procurement, both within India and overseas companies. It will be your responsibility to ensure robust controls and efficient procedures are in place within the organization. You will also oversee the preparation of financial statements, reports, and analysis to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements, maintaining the integrity of financial data and reporting.

Operational efficiency and cost control will be a key focus area for you. You will lead the automation of systems and processes for data collection, analysis, and reporting, leveraging tools like SAP. Collaboration with business heads to establish and measure key performance indicators (KPIs) for assessing operational and financial performance will be essential. Additionally, you will oversee cost management across functions and business units, implementing mechanisms to optimize cost drivers.

Risk management and compliance will also fall under your purview. You will lead the identification, evaluation, and mitigation of financial risks associated with market, credit, operational, and liquidity risks. Ensuring adherence to financial regulations, standards, and internal policies while developing effective internal financial control systems will be crucial. Proactive monitoring of financial positions, analysis of variances, and prompt communication of financial risks to prevent and minimize their impact will be part of your responsibilities.

Regarding capital management and investment, you will manage the company's capital structure, identify and leverage investment opportunities, and evaluate strategic investments such as mergers and acquisitions to align with financial goals and maximize returns on investment.

Furthermore, you will provide strategic financial advice to the CEO and executive team, offer financial modeling and insights on long-term planning and new initiatives, and recommend strategies to enhance financial performance and identify new business opportunities.

Overseeing the management and development of finance and accounts teams will also be a critical aspect of your role. You will set directions, assign performance targets, monitor progress, and provide coaching and training to team members and new hires for performance and succession planning.,