Job Description

Job Title:

Chief Accounting Officer

Grade: B13

Location: Gurgaon

Key responsibilities:

Work towards efficiently develop budget proposals, provide access to project finance information, and ensure contract/grant compliance and reporting Research revenue opportunities and economic trends, analyze internal operations, and identify areas for cost reduction and process enhancement Perform risk management through analysis of company liabilities and investments, and evaluate and manage capital structure and fundraising initiatives Monitor business performance with tracking tools, establish corrective measures as needed, and prepare detailed reports for earnings calls, management team, and rest of company Manage finance personnel and oversee financial systems, ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory entities

Financial Strategy and Planning:

Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with the company's long-term goals. This includes financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and managing the capital structure to support growth.

Financial Operations:

Oversee all financial and accounting operations, including accounting, treasury, tax, and audit functions, and ensure the accuracy of financial reporting.

Cost and Performance Management:

Drive cost optimization, capital efficiency, and working capital management specifically within the manufacturing and supply chain operations.

Risk Management and Compliance:

Ensure robust internal controls, manage financial risks, and guarantee compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Reporting and Communication:

Prepare and present timely and accurate financial reports to the executive leadership and the board of directors. Also, communicate with external stakeholders like banks, investors, and auditors.

Strategic Support:

Provide financial leadership and analysis for strategic initiatives, such as capital projects, plant expansions, mergers, and acquisitions.

Leadership:

Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team to maintain high performance.

Required skills and experience:

15 or more years of experience in executive leadership roles Excellent leadership skills, with steadfast resolve and personal integrity Exceptional verbal, written, and visual communication skills Understanding of advanced accounting, regulatory issues, and tax planning Working knowledge of how to raise capital outside traditional lines of credit

Preferred skills and qualifications:

Master's degree (or equivalent experience) in accounting, business accounting, or finance Professional certification (Chartered Accountant) International finance experience is an added advantage Experience in mergers and acquisitions and investor relations * Executive experience with SaaS business models and their associated revenue recognition