Chief Financial Officer

Key Responsibilities
: Strategic Financial Leadership • Support the management in setting strategic plans and long-term financial strategies. • Provide financial insights to guide key business decisions. •
Participate in strategic decision-making as part of the leadership team. Finance & Fundraising • Develop efficient financial plans to support current and future growth. • Maintain strong relationships with banks and financial institutions. • Lead fundraising initiatives. Financial Reporting & Analysis • Oversee budgeting, financial analysis, and management reporting. •
Collaborate with business and functional heads on cost optimization and commercial inputs. • Ensure timely and accurate management reporting and risk analysis. Business Planning • Prepare long-term and short-term financial plans. • Develop budgets and periodic financial performance reviews. • Track performance against targets and collaborate with stakeholders. Accounting Oversight • Supervise the accounting function and ensure robust financial controls. • Implement and maintain accounting standards across the organization. Costing •
Lead detailed product costing initiatives to improve margins. • Work closely with production and other teams to optimize costs. Compliance • Ensure compliance with statutory norms and internal controls. • Oversee adherence to Direct & Indirect Taxes, Company Law, and other regulations. Risk Management • Assess financial risks and develop mitigation strategies. Working Capital Management • Monitor cash flows, receivables, and inventory to ensure smooth operations. Systems & Processes • Strengthen IT and communication systems related to financial assets. • Implement internal controls and improve payment mechanisms
. • Lead process improvements aligned with best practices. Foreign Exchange Management • Efficiently manage the company’s foreign exchange operations. Audit Management • Coordinate with internal and external auditors. • Address audit findings and implement corrective actions. Team Leadership • Foster a collaborative team environment. • Mentor and develop team members to enhance productivity. Reporting • Present financial findings and insights to the MD, Management, and Board of Directors.
Experience: •
Minimum 18 years of relevant experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role. • Proven experience in hiring and mentoring teams (minimum 7 years). • Strong stakeholder management and commercial acumen. • Strategic planning and execution capabilities. • Exposure to analytical decision-making and cross-functional collaboration. • High level of ownership and accountability.

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