Chief Financial Officer

Job Description: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Company: Ace Engineerings & Chemicals Pvt Ltd
Location: Indore, Madhya Pradesh
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
CTC: ₹24–30 Lakhs per annum (negotiable based on candidate profile and demonstrated capability)
About Ace Engineerings & Chemicals Pvt Ltd
Ace Engineerings & Chemicals Pvt Ltd is a growing manufacturing organization currently operating 5 production units, with active plans for further expansion and a potential listing on the stock exchange within the next couple of years. We are looking for a seasoned finance leader to join our leadership team and help steer the company through this critical growth phase.
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the finance function across our multi-unit operations. The ideal candidate will be a qualified Chartered Accountant with a strong track record in accounting, financial leadership, and strategic planning, who can help build the financial infrastructure required for scale and eventual public listing.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and oversee all financial operations across Ace's 5 existing units, ensuring consistency, control, and compliance
Develop and execute financial strategy aligned with the company's growth and expansion plans
Drive IPO-readiness initiatives, including financial governance, reporting standards, and compliance frameworks required for a stock exchange listing
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial planning & analysis (FP&A), and cash flow management
Ensure robust internal controls, statutory compliance, and audit readiness across all units
Manage relationships with banks, financial institutions, auditors, and regulatory bodies
Provide financial insights and strategic recommendations to the Managing Director/Board for expansion decisions, capital allocation, and investment planning
Build, mentor, and lead the finance and accounts team across locations
Oversee taxation, treasury, working capital management, and costing functions
Evaluate and implement financial systems/ERP improvements to support multi-unit and future public-company reporting needs
Candidate Requirements
Education & Certification
Chartered Accountant (CA), certified by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) — mandatory
Experience
Minimum 10 years of overall experience in Accounting and Finance roles
Minimum 2 years in a leadership capacity as CFO, Financial Head, or equivalent top management finance role
Experience in a multi-unit manufacturing/engineering or chemicals environment preferred
Prior exposure to IPO processes, stock exchange listing requirements, or working with a company preparing for listing will be a strong advantage
Location
Must be based in or around Indore, or willing to relocate to Indore on a permanent basis
Key Skills
Strong command over statutory compliance, taxation, and audit processes
Strategic financial planning and business partnering with leadership/promoters
Experience managing finance across multiple business units/plants
Strong leadership, team-building, and stakeholder management skills
High integrity, ownership mindset, and ability to operate in a growth-stage private company moving toward public listing
What We Offer
CTC of ₹24–30 Lakhs per annum, negotiable for the right candidate
A pivotal leadership role with direct influence on the company's growth trajectory and listing journey
Opportunity to build and shape financial systems and governance from the ground up as the company scales
To Apply: Interested candidates meeting the above criteria may share their updated resume along with current CTC, expected CTC, and notice period on siddharth@aceengineerings.com

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