Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

The CFO / Accounts Manager will lead the financial strategy, planning, and control functions for Oshadi Collective, ensuring sustainable growth, compliance, and operational efficiency across our seed-to-sew, regenerative cotton, and garment export operations. This leadership role demands deep expertise in agricultural cost structures, manufacturing cost structures, export finance, and the unique requirements of a vertically integrated textile and garment supply chain, as well as the ability to translate financial insights into strategic business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Strategy & Reporting
• Develop and oversee the company’s financial plans, budgets, and forecasts aligned with growth and sustainability objectives.
• Monitor financial performance, conduct variance analysis, and recommend corrective actions.
• Present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to management, ensuring accuracy and transparency.
• Maintain robust systems for cash flow management and working capital optimization.
• Costing & Profitability Management
• Oversee the costing process for fabrics, trims, stitching, finishing, and overheads, ensuring precise product-wise profitability analysis.
• Evaluate standard vs. actual production costs to identify inefficiencies and improve margins.
• Support strategic pricing for domestic and export orders in line with market conditions and brand positioning.
• Export Finance & Compliance
• Lead the financial aspect of export operations, including LC/TT documentation, bank submissions, and incentive claims (RoDTEP, RoSCTL).
• Ensure GST, TDS, customs, and other statutory compliances are met across all business units.
• Liaise with DGFT, banks, and regulatory authorities for smooth operations and benefit maximization.
• Audit, Risk & Internal Controls
• Direct statutory, tax, and internal audits, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls over procurement, inventory, and cash handling.
• Assess financial risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• ERP, Systems & Process Improvement
• Drive the integration of financial data across ERP platforms (e.g., Odoo, Tally Prime), ensuring accuracy and real-time visibility.
• Implement automation in reporting, reconciliation, and financial analysis.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to streamline accounting, costing, and reporting processes.
• Leadership & Team Development
• Manage and mentor the accounts team, including senior and junior accountants, to ensure high performance and professional growth.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration with production, merchandising, quality, and export teams for timely information flow.
• Act as a financial advisor to the Managing Director, contributing to strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• CA / CMA / MBA Finance or equivalent professional qualification.
• 115 years of experience in accounting and finance, with at least 5 years in a leadership role, preferably in textile/garment manufacturing and export.
• Proven track record in export finance, costing, and manufacturing sector compliance.
• Strong knowledge of Indian accounting standards, GST, customs regulations, and international trade finance.
• Proficiency in Tally, MS Excel, and ERP platforms.

Key Skills

• Strategic financial thinking with a hands-on approach.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to operate in a dynamic, growth-oriented, and values-driven environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From ₹75,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Health insurance
• Leave encashment
• Paid sick time
• Provident Fund

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Erode, Tamil Nadu: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Accounting: 10 years (Required)
• CA Intermediate Training: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Chartered Accountant (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 01/09/2025