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This is a strategic CFO position for a steel manufacturing company based in Ahmedabad, requiring 1525 years of finance leadership experience. The role involves driving financial strategy, overseeing fundraising and stakeholder relations, ensuring compliance, and optimizing systems to support sustainable growth. The position reports directly to the Managing Director and is structured as an ongoing retainer engagement. Roles and Responsibilities: Financial Leadership & Strategy Shape and execute the companyfinancial strategy aligned with business goals Partner with the CEO and Board on strategic decision-making and long-term planning Provide financial insights to support key operational and commercial initiatives Assess and manage risks to ensure financial sustainability and growth Fundraising & Stakeholder Management Lead preparation for equity/debt fundraising, including financial modeling and investor materials Engage with potential investors, lenders, and financial advisors during fundraising process Represent finance in strategic discussions with partners, vendors, and external stakeholders Maintain strong relationships with banks, auditors, and regulatory bodies Financial Planning & Analysis Oversee development of annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and scenario planning Implement robust FP&A processes to drive data-driven decision-making Review and refine monthly MIS to ensure timely and accurate performance reporting Analyze key business drivers and provide actionable financial insights to management Accounting, Controls & Compliance Supervise accounting operations to ensure timely and accurate financial closing Ensure adherence to Indian accounting standards and regulatory requirements Strengthen internal controls and compliance systems across the finance function Coordinate with auditors for smooth and timely completion of statutory audits Systems & Process Improvement Evaluate and enhance finance systems, reporting tools, and automation capabilities Standardize financial procedures to improve efficiency, accuracy, and transparency Drive implementation of best practices in cost control, working capital, and cash flow management Monitor and refine processes to support scalability and readiness for external investment Qualifications: MBA in Finance or Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification required 15 to 25 years of progressive finance leadership experience, preferably in the steel or manufacturing sector Strong expertise in financial planning, budgeting, treasury, and risk management Proven ability to drive strategic growth, optimize capital structure, and ensure regulatory compliance Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including board-level interaction Strong leadership, team development, and cross-functional collaboration capabilities
