Finance Head

About Us: POSHN is a new and exciting India-based food supply chain venture founded in 2020 and supported by leading US based VCs, big venture debt, and leading NBFCs. We are on a mission to organize and digitally transform the global food-supply chain market by applying first principles thinking and re-imagining solutions with a tech-product first mindset. The food-supply chain space is gigantic, complex, and largely un-organized. Therefore, we are creating a platform to empower our products and facilitate a better, efficient, and seamless experience for each stakeholder. Team: Our core team consists of alumni from BITS Pilani, IIM, and XLRI, each having a decade-long experience in the fields of supply chain, technology, and product development. We have previously built several highly impactful tech-product start-ups from the ground up. About the Role: In this pivotal role, you will play a key part in shaping the company's financial landscape, enabling informed decision-making, and supporting its growth journey. Your responsibilities will require expertise, strategic thinking, and adaptability to ensure the financial success of the organization. Responsibilities: - **Strategic SOPs Updating:** Updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across critical dimensions like accounting, taxation, compliance, secretarial practices, and foreign exchange controls to streamline processes. - **Enhancement of Systems and Processes:** Leading efforts to improve existing systems and processes for accurate and timely collection, storage, and submission of financial data. - **Timely Financial Statements:** Ensuring punctual preparation of key financial statements like balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and Management Information Systems (MIS) for informed decision-making. - **Balance Sheet Analysis:** Analyzing fluctuations in balance sheet accounts to provide insightful explanations and identify trends and potential areas of concern. - **Accounting and Legal Framework:** Oversight of accounting, taxation, and legal frameworks to ensure regulatory compliance and best practices. - **Internal Controls and Asset Protection:** Establishing robust internal controls and procedures to safeguard company assets. - **Compliance and Secretarial Matters:** Ensuring legal compliance and fulfilling obligations. - **Audit Management:** Efficiently managing all statutory and external audits to meet deadlines and requirements. - **Fundraising and Investor Relations:** Assisting with fundraising initiatives and maintaining positive investor relationships. - **Budgeting and Variance Analysis:** Preparing annual budgets, analyzing deviations, and suggesting corrective actions. - **Risk Management:** Defining and executing processes for managing financial and operational risks. Desired Candidate Profile: - **Extensive Experience:** Minimum 10 years of experience in Finance, Accounting, and/or Controllership functions. - **Educational Background:** CA/MBA degree with a bachelor's in finance or accounting. - **Industry Experience:** Experience in Food, FMCG, and manufacturing industry preferred. - **Startup Experience:** Experience in early-stage startups advantageous. - **Financial Expertise:** Strong knowledge of financial modeling, data analysis, and forecasting methods. - **Adaptability:** Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. - **Process Design and Efficiency:** Skill in designing scalable and efficient systems. - **Leadership Skills:** Team management and mentorship abilities. - **Attention to Detail and Strategic Thinking:** Precision combined with strategic alignment. Benefits: - Competitive salary and ESOPs - Flexible hours and work arrangements - Opportunity to be a key team member in a startup changing the agri-supply chain industry - Open, fun, and collaborative work culture - Training and development opportunities - Autonomy at work How to Apply: To apply for this position, please email your resume and salary expectations to hr@poshn.co,