Head of Finance

Role Overview: You will be responsible for end-to-end ownership of all finance activities across the group entities operating from the Ranchi office, ensuring strict accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will provide regular updates on financial status and strategic insights. Your role will involve ensuring day-to-day accountability for finance operations and processes, leading, managing, and monitoring the finance team, ensuring accurate tax filing through an appointed CA, and proactively resolving any escalations or issues from the Income Tax Department. You will also manage incoming communications regarding income tax-related matters, ensure timely submission of documents for balance sheet preparation, coordinate auditor visits, and foster strong relationships with CAs, bankers, and auditors. Key Responsibilities: - Own all finance activities across group entities in Ranchi, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance - Report directly to the CFO, providing financial updates and strategic insights - Lead, manage, and monitor the finance team for efficient execution of processes - Ensure accurate tax filing and resolve escalations from the Income Tax Department - Manage communications related to income tax matters and delegate tasks for resolution - Coordinate auditor visits, schedule, and follow-up as necessary - Foster relationships with CAs, bankers, and auditors for smooth operations Qualifications Required: - 10-18+ years of progressive experience in finance, preferably in large enterprises or multi-sector groups - Bachelor's/master's degree in Financial Administration, Financial Accounting, or equivalent (CA is a plus) - Deep knowledge of financial regulations, income tax laws, and accounting principles - Strong leadership skills and stakeholder management experience - Hands-on experience with audits, tax assessments, and statutory compliance - Proficiency in financial management software and tools like MS Excel - Proactive approach to work, contributing ideas for process improvement If you believe you can fulfill these responsibilities and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply. We are excited to hear from you!,