Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Surat, Gujarat, India Job Description
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We are seeking a highly strategic and results-driven Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with a strong operational focus to join our executive leadership team. The CFO will be responsible for leading the financial planning and analysis functions, overseeing all financial operations, and ensuring long-term financial sustainability. This role plays a key part in shaping the companys strategy and ensuring financial alignment with overall business goals.
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Financial
Strategy
&
Planning
- Develop and execute comprehensive financial strategies that align with the company s short- and long-term goals.
- Guide investment decisions, capital structure, and financial risk management initiatives.
- Advise the CEO and Board on financial matters, including strategic growth opportunities, mergers, and acquisitions.
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Financial
Reporting
&
Analysis
- Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements and reports for internal and external stakeholders.
- Monitor financial performance through key performance indicators (KPIs), benchmarking, and trend analysis.
- Translate financial insights into strategic recommendations and operational improvements.
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Budgeting
&
Forecasting
- Lead the annual budgeting process in coordination with department heads.
- Develop robust financial models to support forecasting, scenario planning, and resource allocation.
- Track budget performance and recommend corrective actions to meet financial targets.
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Cash
Flow
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Working
Capital
Management
- Oversee cash flow planning and ensure availability of funds to support business operations.
- Manage relationships with financial institutions and optimize capital
structure.
- Implement strategies to improve receivables, payables, inventory, and liquidity management.
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Risk
Management
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Compliance
- Identify, evaluate, and mitigate financial risks, ensuring sound internal controls and regulatory compliance.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and financial standards (GAAP, IFRS, etc.).
- Ensure financial and operational transparency across all levels of the organization.
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Financial
Operations
Oversight
- Lead the finance, accounting, taxation, treasury, and audit functions with a focus on operational excellence.
- Establish standardized financial policies, systems, and procedures to ensure consistent, accurate reporting.
- Coordinate with auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance and integrity.
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Operational
Optimization
- Partner with operations and other departments to analyse cost structures and drive efficiency initiatives.
- Support strategic procurement, supply chain management, and process improvements with financial insights.
- Align resource planning and capital expenditures with operational priorities and ROI.
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Leadership
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Team
Development
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team to support the company s growth and agility.
- Promote a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement within the finance function.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure financial alignment across all
business units.
Required Skills Financial Reporting, Planning And Analysis, Budgeting And Forecasting, Financial StrategyWorking, Capital Management, Team Development, Compliance, Operational Risk Management, Flow Management, Risk Management, Leadership Skills