Finance Head - Manufacturing Industry - CA

Job Description

As the Finance Head at our organization, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the entire finance and accounts function. Your responsibilities will include financial planning, reporting, compliance, and internal controls to ensure the financial health and sustainability of the company.**Key Responsibilities:**- **Financial Reporting & Analysis:** - Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in compliance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS). - Deliver insights on budget vs. actual performance and communicate to senior management. - Prepare and present financial reports for board meetings, providing strategic recommendations. - Collaborate with external auditors during audits and ensure timely completion.- **Budgeting & Forecasting:** - Lead the annual budgeting process, working with department heads to develop forecasts and set financial goals. - Regularly update rolling forecasts, considering changes in the Indian economy and market conditions. - Identify cost-saving initiatives and operational efficiency improvements.- **Cost Management & Manufacturing Accounting:** - Oversee cost accounting, ensuring accurate allocation of direct and indirect costs. - Perform cost variance analysis for different production lines and suggest improvement measures. - Monitor and manage inventory levels in line with production needs.- **Cash Flow & Working Capital Management:** - Monitor cash flow daily and ensure timely forecasting to meet working capital needs. - Optimize working capital by managing accounts receivable, accounts payable, and inventory levels. - Liaise with banks for funding and ensure compliance with banking covenants.- **Taxation & Regulatory Compliance:** - Ensure timely and accurate filing of GST, TDS, and Income Tax Returns. - Handle compliance with Indian corporate laws and manage regulatory audits. - Ensure compliance with local, state, and national tax regulations.- **Internal Controls & Audit:** - Develop and maintain robust internal control systems. - Conduct internal audits to ensure proper control over financial transactions. - Ensure compliance with FEMA for cross-border transactions.- **Team Leadership & Development:** - Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team. - Foster collaboration across functions to integrate financial insights into business decisions.- **Systems & Process Improvement:** - Leverage ERP systems to optimize financial reporting and process automation. - Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and enhance reporting accuracy.- **Strategic Decision Support:** - Provide financial analysis and modelling to support strategic decisions. - Assist senior management with financial risk assessment and mitigation strategies.**Qualifications & Requirements:**- Bachelors/PG degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.- Mandatory CA (Chartered Accountant) certification.- Additional certifications like CMA or CS would be an advantage.Join us now and be a part of our dynamic team! As the Finance Head at our organization, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the entire finance and accounts function. Your responsibilities will include financial planning, reporting, compliance, and internal controls to ensure the financial health and sustainability of the company.**Key Responsibilities:**- **Financial Reporting & Analysis:** - Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in compliance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS). - Deliver insights on budget vs. actual performance and communicate to senior management. - Prepare and present financial reports for board meetings, providing strategic recommendations. - Collaborate with external auditors during audits and ensure timely completion.- **Budgeting & Forecasting:** - Lead the annual budgeting process, working with department heads to develop forecasts and set financial goals. - Regularly update rolling forecasts, considering changes in the Indian economy and market conditions. - Identify cost-saving initiatives and operational efficiency improvements.- **Cost Management & Manufacturing Accounting:** - Oversee cost accounting, ensuring accurate allocation of direct and indirect costs. - Perform cost variance analysis for different production lines and suggest improvement measures. - Monitor and manage inventory levels in line with production needs.- **Cash Flow & Working Capital Management:** - Monitor cash flow daily and ensure timely forecasting to meet working capital needs. - Optimize working capital by managing accounts receivable, accounts payable, and inventory levels. - Liaise with banks for funding and ensure compliance with banking covenants.- **Taxation & Regulatory Compliance:** - Ensure timely and accurate filing of GST, TDS, and Income Tax Returns. - Handle compliance with Indian corporate laws and manage regulatory au

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Financial ReportingVariance AnalysisBudgetingForecastingCost ManagementCash Flow ManagementWorking Capital ManagementTaxationRegulatory ComplianceInternal ControlsAuditTeam LeadershipSystems ImprovementProcess ImprovementStrategic Decision S