Job Description

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for India will be the principal financial and strategic leader for the country operations, reporting to the Global CFO. This role involves overseeing all financial functions, driving financial strategy aligned with global objectives, ensuring compliance with Indian and international regulations, and acting as a key business partner to the Global leadership team.

• Lead the financial planning and budgeting processes to align with the company's strategic goals.
• Oversee financial reporting, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and accuracy in reporting.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimise the company's financial performance and growth.
• Manage relationships with external stakeholders such as auditors, investors, and financial institutions.
• Monitor and mitigate financial risks, ensuring robust internal controls are in place.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to the executive team for strategic decision-making.
• Oversee tax planning and compliance to ensure adherence to local and international regulations.
• Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.

Opportunity with a Globally leading Manufacturing firm, reports to Global CFOOpportunity with an exponentially growing, renowned Global market player
A successful Chief Financial Officer (CFO) should have:

• A professional qualification (CA/MBA in Finance from a Tier 1 Institute) in finance, accounting, or a related field with a minimum 18-20 years of experience within the field.
• Candidates from FMCG, FMCD, Automobile and Pharmaceutical sector would be preferred.
• Proven experience in financial leadership within the industry.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with non-finance functions (Operations, Sales, HR, IT etc) to drive financial results and instil a financial mindset throughout the organisation.
• A track record of leading, mentoring, and developing a high-performing finance team is a must have.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and compliance frameworks.
• Expertise in financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision-making.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A results-oriented mindset with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

The Client is a leading Manufacturing Organisation headquartered in India and a significant international presence.

• A competitive salary package with excellent benefits.
• Exposure to lead Finance for India within a large global framework
• Opportunity to lead the financial strategy of a large organisation.
• A professional work environment with growth and development opportunities.
• The chance to make a significant impact in the business services industry.

If you are a highly motivated financial leader looking for a challenging role, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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