Finance Head

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Oversee and manage end-to-end accounting operations and financial reporting.
• Ensure timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closures.
• Review and finalize financial statements, balance sheets, profit & loss accounts, and cash flow statements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and company policies.
• Present financial reports and management insights to leadership.

2. Accounts Operations Management

• Lead and supervise the Accounts & Finance team across all accounting functions.
• Review journal entries, reconciliations, ledgers, and financial records for accuracy.
• Establish and strengthen internal controls and accounting processes.
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives within the finance function.

3. Taxation & Statutory Compliance

• Ensure timely compliance with GST, TDS, Income Tax, PF, ESIC, Professional Tax, and other applicable regulations.
• Review tax filings, statutory returns, and compliance documentation.
• Coordinate with consultants and authorities regarding assessments, notices, and regulatory matters.
• Monitor changes in tax and regulatory frameworks and ensure organizational compliance.

4. Audit & Internal Controls

• Lead statutory, internal, tax, and financial audits.
• Ensure timely closure of audit observations and implementation of corrective actions.
• Strengthen financial governance, risk controls, and compliance frameworks.
• Maintain proper documentation and audit readiness at all times.

5. Budgeting, Planning & Financial Analysis

• Prepare annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
• Monitor budget utilization and analyze variances against actual performance.
• Provide financial analysis and business insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Track profitability, cost structures, and operational efficiencies across business functions.

6. Treasury & Working Capital Management

• Manage cash flow planning and working capital requirements.
• Oversee banking relationships, loan documentation, and fund management activities.
• Monitor receivables, payables, and liquidity positions.
• Support financing initiatives and capital allocation decisions.

7. Business Partnering & Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with procurement, operations, HR, sales, and management teams to support business objectives.
• Provide financial guidance for commercial decisions and business expansion initiatives.
• Act as a key finance partner to management in driving organizational performance.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Financial Accounting, Taxation, Audit, Treasury, and Statutory Compliance.
• Excellent understanding of GST, TDS, Income Tax, Companies Act, and applicable financial regulations.
• Strong financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analytical skills.
• Hands-on experience with Tally, ERP systems, SAP, Advanced Excel, and MIS reporting.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and team development capabilities.
• High attention to detail with excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Educational Qualifications

• CA / CMA (Preferred)
• MBA (Finance) / M.Com / B.Com with relevant experience may also be considered.

Experience

• 6-7 years of experience in Accounts & Finance, with at least 35 years in a managerial role.
• Experience in Agriculture, Export, Manufacturing, FMCG, Food Processing, or Trading industries preferred.
• Proven experience in managing finance teams, audits, taxation, and financial reporting functions.

Key Expectations

• Ensure complete financial accuracy, compliance, and governance.
• Deliver timely and insightful financial reporting to management.
• Drive operational efficiency through strong financial controls and process improvements.
• Maintain healthy cash flow and working capital management.
• Build and lead a high-performing Accounts & Finance team aligned with business objectives.