General Manager Finance (CA) - Sayaji Hotels Ltd. ( Corporate Office Indore )

Role Summary:

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Chartered Accountant (CA) to take on the role of General Manager Finance at our Corporate Office in Indore. The GM-Finance will be responsible for overseeing the entire financial management of the organization, including financial planning, reporting, budgeting, compliance, audits, and strategic financial decision-making. This is a key leadership position aimed at ensuring financial stability, governance, and supporting business expansion goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the finance and accounts department across all company units.
• Develop and oversee financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in line with statutory requirements.
• Maintain strong compliance with GST, Income Tax, ROC, and other regulatory frameworks.
• Strengthen and monitor internal controls, governance, and risk management systems.
• Optimize working capital management, cash flow planning, and cost-control strategies.
• Liaise with banks, auditors, investors, and regulatory bodies to ensure smooth operations.
• Present financial insights and reports to the board and senior management.
• Drive financial support for strategic initiatives such as business expansion, M&A, and restructuring.
• Lead and mentor the finance team to build capability and accountability.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Chartered Accountant (CA) Mandatory
• 10+ years of post-qualification experience in Finance & Accounts
• Minimum 5 years in a leadership role in the hospitality industry (hotels, resorts, F&B preferred)
• Prior experience in managing multi-property finance operations
• Exposure to corporate-level finance strategy and investor reporting

Key Competencies & Skills:

• Strong knowledge of financial planning, analysis, and reporting
• Sound understanding of regulatory compliance, direct & indirect taxes
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems such as SAP, Oracle, Tally
• Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills
• Proven leadership with a strategic and result-oriented approach
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management capabilities
• High attention to detail and a strong sense of ethics and integrity

Language Proficiency:

• Fluency in English (written and verbal) is essential

Personal Attributes:

• High professional integrity and ethical standards
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to guide cross-functional teams
• Ability to make decisions under pressure and manage complex situations
• Self-motivated, proactive, and a strong team player

Additional Requirements:

• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Indore
• Open to travel across units and head office as required
• Preferably from mid-to-large hospitality chains or multi-property environments