Finance Manager

Position/Job Title: Manager- Finance & Accounting

Reporting to: Director

Location: Kolkata, Bantala (Warehouse)

Finance professionals from Apparel / Retail industry this opportunity is for you.

Strong knowledge of Accounts Receivable (AR) & Accounts Payable (AP)

About Us: Kisah Apparels Private Limited is a fast fashion men's ethnic-wear brand known for its innovative products, edgy designs, and premium-quality appealing to young consumers who look for affordable high fashion. Since its inception, Kisah has been growing 50% YoY and has demonstrated market leadership in fashion ecommerce.

Kisah is backed by marquee investors, and now targeting to grow exponentially across multiple channels within and outside India.

With this massive growth in pipeline and commitment to deliver exceptional customer experiences, we are continuously evolving our finance and operations to meet the demands of our growing customer base.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a strategic and results-driven Finance Head / CFO to lead the financial management and planning of the organization. The ideal candidate will oversee budgeting, forecasting, compliance, financial risk management, and investment strategies. The role demands strong leadership, business acumen, and the ability to drive financial discipline across the organization.

Strategic Financial Management:

Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with company goals.

Advise on long-term business and financial planning.

Evaluate and manage financial risk, including pricing, investments, and capital structures.

Budgeting & Forecasting:

Lead annual budgeting and monthly/quarterly forecasting processes.

Analyze financial performance and prepare reports for management and stakeholders.

Accounting & Compliance:

Ensure accurate financial reporting in compliance with statutory regulations (Income Tax, GST, Companies Act, etc.).

Coordinate audits, manage statutory reporting, and ensure adherence to accounting standards (Ind AS/IFRS).

Cash Flow & Fund Management:

Monitor working capital and cash flows.

Maintain relationships with banks, investors, and financial institutions.

Evaluate funding options and manage loan documentation and repayments.

Team Leadership:

Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing finance and accounts team.

Establish KPIs and implement internal controls to safeguard assets.

Cost Control & Profitability:

Monitor and control costs across departments.

Drive profitability analysis and provide strategic inputs to increase margins.

ERP & Automation:

Oversee financial systems and ERP implementation/upgradation.

Promote automation in financial reporting and operations.

Responsibilities:

Prepare department wise monthly P&L, Cash Flow Statements and analyse key financial ratios and metrics (KPIs)

Build & maintain complete financial reports, oversee the general accounting team by owning and managing the month and quarter-end close processes and conduct monthly and quarterly financial forecasts.

Develop and maintain regularly reporting packages, including monthly/ quarterly forecasts, plans, budgets & KPIs and whether the departments are meeting these/ deviating

Ensuring accounts are maintained as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Dealing with Internal & Statutory Audits, Income Tax, TDS and GST

Qualifications:

C.A (Inter) or C.A (qualified/finalist) or CFA OR MBA in Finance

4-8 years experience in the field of Finance, Accounting, Financial Planning, Audit & Tax

Strong excel and financial modelling skills

Strong communications skills

Why Join Us:

Be a part of a young, exciting and growing company

Work hands on in a dynamic result-driven and merit-driven environment

Work closely with ex professionals from E&Y, KPMG, Bajaj Finance etc.

Competitive Comp and Benefits with strong upside