CFO: Beverages Plant

Client:Leading reputed beverages manufacturer of a well known brand with multiple manufacturing sites in India & abroad.

Role Purpose:

Lead the company’s overall financial strategy and governance across manufacturing plants and sales operations. This is a complete unit CFO role, responsible for ensuring financial health, driving profitability, managing risk, and supporting sustainable business growth in a capital-intensive beverage manufacturing environment.The CFO will be a key strategic partner to the MD and Board, contributing to long-term value creation while managing complex cost structures, supply chains, and regulatory requirements specific to the beverage/FMCG sector.

KEY DRIVERS:

1. Financial Planning & Strategy

• Develop and execute short- and long-term financial strategies aligned with business objectives.

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation to drive growth and profitability.

• Provide strategic financial insights to support decision-making across plant and sales operations.

2.Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Oversee accurate and timely financial reporting, including P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow.

• Ensure compliance with Indian GAAP/IFRS, GST, corporate tax laws, and other statutory requirements.

• Manage internal and external audits and regulatory filings (including SEBI regulations, if applicable).

3.Cost Management & Profitability

• Lead cost optimization initiatives across raw materials, packaging, manufacturing, and logistics.

• Conduct detailed margin, cost, and profitability analysis by product group.

• Drive efficiency improvements across plant operations and supply chain.

4.Treasury, Cash Flow & Capital Management

• Manage cash flow, working capital, banking relationships, and liquidity.

• Optimize capital structure and evaluate CAPEX and investment opportunities.

• Strengthen controls over receivables, payables, and inventory management.

5.Risk Management

• Identify and mitigate financial risks including interest rate, currency, and operational risks.

• Establish robust financial controls and risk management frameworks.

6.Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

• Support strategic initiatives such as acquisitions, joint ventures, and expansions.

• Lead due diligence, valuation, deal structuring, and post-merger integration.

7.Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary interface with investors, lenders, auditors, regulators, and other key stakeholders.

• Communicate financial performance, risks, and strategic plans clearly and effectively.

INCUMBENT:

• Chartered Accountant (CA) with 15–20 years of senior financial leadership experience, preferably in manufacturing or FMCG, with strong exposure to plant economics and co-packer models.

• Strong financial acumen and analytical capabilities

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills

• Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation abilities

• Hands-on experience with ERP systems, financial software, and analytics tools

• Deep understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements impacting the beverage industry

ANNUAL COMPENSATION: 60LPA

Queries:

Anoop Sinha, CEO- PROFILE HR CONSULTANTS PVT LTD

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