Vice President Finance And Accounting

Role & responsibilities

The Vice President Finance & Accounts is responsible for developing and executing the Company's financial strategy while ensuring strong financial governance, regulatory compliance, operational excellence, risk management, and long-term value creation. The position is accountable for all financial operations including accounting, taxation, treasury, budgeting, financial planning & analysis (FP&A), audit, banking, investor and lender relationships, working capital management, and business finance.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Finance

• Develop and execute the Company's financial strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Support business expansion, capital investments, and strategic initiatives.
• Provide financial insights to the Managing Director and Board for informed decision-making.

Financial Planning & Reporting

• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Monitor business performance through MIS, variance analysis, and profitability reports.

Accounting & Financial Control

• Ensure accurate maintenance of books of accounts and timely financial closures.
• Oversee accounts payable, receivable, fixed assets, inventory, payroll, and cost accounting.
• Strengthen internal financial controls and accounting policies.

Treasury & Working Capital

• Manage cash flow, banking operations, borrowings, and working capital.
• Maintain relationships with banks and financial institutions.
• Optimize fund utilization and finance costs.

Taxation & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with GST, Income Tax, TDS, Companies Act, and other applicable laws.
• Oversee statutory filings, tax planning, assessments, and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with auditors, Company Secretary, and regulatory authorities.

Audit & Risk Management

• Lead statutory, internal, tax, and cost audits.
• Implement audit recommendations and strengthen governance.
• Identify financial risks and establish effective mitigation measures.

Cost & Business Finance

• Monitor product costing, profitability, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Support pricing decisions, investment evaluations, and capital expenditure proposals.
• Provide financial support to manufacturing, sales, procurement, and operations.

Leadership & Process Improvement

• Lead and develop the Finance & Accounts team.
• Drive ERP utilization, process automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Establish departmental KPIs and ensure high standards of performance.

Preferred candidate profile

Qualification

• Chartered Accountant (CA)

Experience

• 18 to 25 years of experience in Finance & Accounts, with at least 10 years in a senior leadership role.
• Experience in manufacturing or Building materials industry.
• Exposure to budgeting, taxation, treasury, audits, banking, and Board-level financial reporting.