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JOB DESCRIPTION

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)- Chartered Accountant

Company: Megamont Group

Position: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Nashik, Maharashtra

Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA) - Mandatory

Experience: 15-20+ Years (Preferably in a Group CFO / Finance Head / Senior Finance Leadership Role)

Industry: Import-Export, International Trading, Commodities, Manufacturing & Diversified Business Operations

Reporting To: Managing Director / Board of Directors

Compensation: Commensurate with experience and expertise

About Megamont Group

Megamont Group is a diversified business conglomerate with operations across international trading, import-export, commodities, petrochemicals, polymers, agro products, mining, logistics and other business verticals.

The Group operates through multiple business entities across India and international markets, with a strong focus on business expansion, financial governance, operational excellence and sustainable growth.

We are seeking an accomplished and strategically driven Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the Group's overall financial strategy, financial operations, compliance, risk management and corporate governance.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

1. Strategic Financial Leadership

• Develop and execute the Group's overall financial strategy aligned with business objectives and long-term growth plans.
• Act as a strategic financial advisor to the Managing Director and Board of Directors.
• Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and profitability analysis across multiple Group entities.
• Evaluate new business opportunities, investments, expansions and diversification initiatives.
• Drive cost optimisation, operational efficiency and sustainable profitability.

2. Financial Planning, Budgeting & MIS

• Oversee annual budgets, financial forecasts, cash flow projections and business plans.
• Develop and monitor financial KPIs, profitability metrics and performance dashboards.
• Prepare and present consolidated financial MIS reports to senior management.
• Conduct variance analysis, business performance reviews and financial risk assessments.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting across all business verticals.

3. Treasury, Banking & Fund Management

• Manage banking relationships, working capital facilities, credit limits and fund arrangements.
• Oversee cash flow management, liquidity planning and treasury operations.
• Handle Letters of Credit (LC), Bank Guarantees (BG), trade finance, buyer's credit and other banking instruments.
• Optimise working capital, borrowing costs and fund utilisation across Group companies.
• Manage foreign exchange exposure, currency risks and hedging strategies.
• Negotiate with banks and financial institutions for competitive financing arrangements.

4. International Trade Finance & Commercial Operations

• Oversee financial aspects of international trading, imports, exports and commodity transactions.
• Ensure financial controls for high-value domestic and international transactions.
• Monitor trade finance documentation, import/export payments, remittances and forex transactions.
• Ensure compliance with FEMA, RBI regulations and applicable international trade requirements.
• Evaluate transaction profitability, credit exposure, pricing and commercial risks.
• Support international business expansion and cross-border financial operations.

5. Accounts, Taxation & Statutory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Income Tax, GST, TDS, Companies Act, FEMA and other applicable statutory regulations.
• Supervise direct and indirect taxation, tax planning and regulatory filings.
• Oversee statutory audits, internal audits, tax audits and financial due diligence.
• Ensure timely preparation and finalisation of standalone and consolidated financial statements.
• Coordinate with statutory auditors, tax consultants, legal advisors and regulatory authorities.
• Strengthen internal financial controls and corporate governance practices.

6. Group Financial Management

• Lead financial operations across multiple subsidiaries, divisions and legal entities.
• Establish standardised accounting policies, financial controls and reporting frameworks.
• Monitor intercompany transactions, reconciliations and financial consolidation.
• Review entity-wise profitability, financial performance and operational efficiency.
• Ensure financial transparency, accountability and effective utilisation of resources.

7. Risk Management & Corporate Governance

• Identify, evaluate and mitigate financial, operational, credit and regulatory risks.
• Establish robust internal controls, financial approval systems and risk management policies.
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance standards and statutory obligations.
• Monitor customer credit limits, receivables, payables and financial exposures.
• Support financial restructuring, business acquisitions, mergers and strategic investments as required.

8. Leadership & Team Management

• Lead and mentor Finance, Accounts, Taxation, Treasury and Commercial Finance teams.
• Establish departmental KRAs, KPIs and performance monitoring systems.
• Drive process improvements, automation and ERP-based financial reporting.
• Build a high-performance finance function with strong accountability and governance.
• Collaborate with Business Heads and functional leaders on financial and commercial decisions.

Qualification & Experience

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) from ICAI Mandatory.
• Minimum 1520 years of progressive experience in Finance, Accounts, Taxation and Financial Management.
• Significant experience in a senior finance leadership role, preferably CFO, Group CFO, Finance Director or Head of Finance.
• Experience managing finances of multiple business entities or diversified business groups.
• Strong exposure to international trading, importexport operations, trade finance and banking.
• Experience in commodities, petrochemicals, agro trading, manufacturing or similar sectors will be preferred.
• Proven expertise in treasury management, working capital, financial planning and statutory compliance.
• Experience dealing with banks, auditors, financial institutions and regulatory authorities.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, advanced Excel, financial modelling and MIS reporting.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strategic Financial Planning & Business Acumen
• Group Finance & Financial Consolidation
• Treasury, Banking & Working Capital Management
• International Trade Finance, LC/BG & Forex Management
• Taxation, Audit & Regulatory Compliance
• Risk Management & Corporate Governance
• Financial Modelling, Budgeting & Forecasting
• Leadership, Decision-Making & Stakeholder Management
• Strong Analytical, Negotiation & Problem-Solving Skills
• High Standards of Integrity, Confidentiality & Accountability

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Group profitability and EBITDA improvement
• Working capital optimisation and cash flow efficiency
• Financial reporting accuracy and timely closure
• Reduction in borrowing and financing costs
• Statutory and regulatory compliance
• Effective financial risk management
• Budget adherence and cost optimisation
• Banking facility management and fund availability
• Finance process automation and team performance

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are looking for a commercially astute, result-oriented and experienced Chartered Accountant who can operate as a strategic financial leader in a diversified and growing business group.

The ideal candidate should possess strong financial leadership capabilities, extensive banking and trade finance experience, sound commercial judgement and the ability to manage complex financial operations across multiple business entities.

Interested candidates may share their updated CV at:

hrhead@megamont.co.in

Subject Line: Application for Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Megamont Group