Group CFO

The Group CFO role based in Kolkata / West Bengal involves reporting to the Group CEO / Chairman / Board of Directors in an industry requiring exposure to various verticals like Manufacturing, Infrastructure, FMCG, IT Services, etc. The ideal candidate should possess over 10 years of progressive experience in financial leadership roles with a preference for Chartered Accountant (CA) / CPA / CFA qualifications. As the Group CFO, you will act as a strategic partner to the Board and Group CEO, leading financial planning, treasury, investor relations, audit, taxation, and risk management. Your responsibilities will include driving financial performance, capital strategy, and compliance across all business verticals within the group to ensure alignment with long-term business objectives. Key Responsibilities: 1. Strategic Financial Leadership: Develop and execute financial strategies in line with business goals, support M&A activities, and provide insights to enhance business performance. 2. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A): Supervise budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modelling for new projects. 3. Compliance & Corporate Governance: Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, maintain corporate governance standards, and oversee audits. 4. Accounting, Taxation, and Reporting: Manage financial statements preparation, tax planning, and coordination with auditors for group audits. 5. Treasury & Fund Management: Handle cash flows, working capital, and funding needs while nurturing relationships with financial institutions and investors. 6. Leadership & Team Development: Lead and mentor a high-performing finance team, promote best practices, and implement digital tools in finance operations. Key Skills & Competencies: - Strong leadership, decision-making, and strategic thinking abilities. - In-depth knowledge of Indian financial regulations and taxation. - Proficiency in financial modelling, forecasting, and stakeholder management. - Experience with ERP systems and financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Tally Prime). Preferred Background: - Experience in managing multi-company, multi-location operations. - Exposure to global finance practices and international business. - Relevant industry-specific experience (e.g., Infrastructure, Manufacturing, Tech). This is a full-time position that requires in-person work at the specified location.,