General Manager - Finance

Cilicant is seeking a strategic and experienced Finance Head / CFO to lead the companys finance and accounts operations across its India and US entities. The CFO will be responsible for financial planning, profitability management, cash flow optimization, compliance, and overall financial control while also acting as a bridge between the MD and investors. This role requires strong leadership, expertise in Financial strategy, public issue, accounts management, and US GAAP and EXIM finance.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Strategy, Planning & Leadership

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with Cilicants growth plan for 30% year-on-year growth.
• Lead budgeting, financial forecasting, profitability analysis, and cash flow management.
• Drive cost optimization across raw material procurement, operations, and supply chain finance.
• Provide financial insights and decision support to the MD and leadership team.
• Establish and monitor financial KPIs to ensure business profitability and sustainability.

Accounts & Compliance Management

• Oversee accounts operations, bookkeeping, and financial controls.
• Ensure compliance with Indian and US financial regulations, including US GAAP, GST, TDS, and SEBI norms.
• Manage taxation, audits, transfer pricing, and statutory reporting.
• Optimize working capital management, including receivables, payables, and inventory accounting.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting for internal and external stakeholders.

Fundraising, M&A & Public Issue

• Lead (in coming time) capital-raising initiatives, including debt, equity financing, and IPO preparations.
• Evaluate and execute mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.
• Maintain strong relationships with banks, investors, and financial institutions.

US & International Finance

• Oversee financial operations for both India and US entities.
• Manage EXIM finance, including international transactions, forex management, and cross-border taxation.
• Collaborate with legal teams to ensure compliance with international financial reporting standards.

Technology, IT & Process Automation

• Drive digital transformation in finance and accounts, including ERP implementation and automation.
• Ensure financial data integrity, cybersecurity, and process automation in IT functions.
• Implement advanced financial analytics and reporting tools for better decision-making.

Investor Relations & Stakeholder Management

• Prepare and present financial reports to investors, board members, and stakeholders.
• Develop financial models and business cases to support investor relations and business expansion.
• Act as a strategic advisor to the MD on financial and operational matters.

Preferred candidate profile

• Experience:

  10-15 years in finance, accounts, and strategy, with at least 3 years in a CFO or leadership or Finance Controller (of company) role.
• Proven track record in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, profitability analysis, and accounting controls.
• Expertise in public issue (IPO), mergers & acquisitions (M&A), and fundraising.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, Indian accounting standards, international finance, and EXIM transactions.
• Experience in investor relations, banking, and capital market transactions.
• Proficiency in financial automation, ERP systems, and digital transformation.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills.