Vice President Finance

Key Responsibilities

: Strategic Financial Leadership Support the management in setting strategic plans and long-term financial strategies. Provide financial insights to guide key business decisions.

Participate in strategic decision-making as part of the leadership team. Finance & Fundraising Develop efficient financial plans to support current and future growth. Maintain strong relationships with banks and financial institutions. Lead fundraising initiatives. Financial Reporting & Analysis Oversee budgeting, financial analysis, and management reporting.

Collaborate with business and functional heads on cost optimization and commercial inputs. Ensure timely and accurate management reporting and risk analysis. Business Planning Prepare long-term and short-term financial plans. Develop budgets and periodic financial performance reviews. Track performance against targets and collaborate with stakeholders. Accounting Oversight Supervise the accounting function and ensure robust financial controls. Implement and maintain accounting standards across the organization. Costing

Lead detailed product costing initiatives to improve margins. Work closely with production and other teams to optimize costs. Compliance Ensure compliance with statutory norms and internal controls. Oversee adherence to Direct & Indirect Taxes, Company Law, and other regulations. Risk Management Assess financial risks and develop mitigation strategies. Working Capital Management Monitor cash flows, receivables, and inventory to ensure smooth operations. Systems & Processes Strengthen IT and communication systems related to financial assets. Implement internal controls and improve payment mechanisms

. Lead process improvements aligned with best practices. Foreign Exchange Management Efficiently manage the company's foreign exchange operations. Audit Management Coordinate with internal and external auditors. Address audit findings and implement corrective actions. Team Leadership Foster a collaborative team environment. Mentor and develop team members to enhance productivity. Reporting Present financial findings and insights to the MD, Management, and Board of Directors.

Experience:

Minimum 18 years of relevant experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role. Proven experience in hiring and mentoring teams (minimum 7 years). Strong stakeholder management and commercial acumen. Strategic planning and execution capabilities. Exposure to analytical decision-making and cross-functional collaboration. High level of ownership and accountability.