The role encompasses overseeing financial performance through reporting and analysis, advising the procurement team on purchasing costs, collaborating with the sales team to maintain margins aligned with business plans, managing warehouse inventory, ensuring comprehensive statutory compliance, conducting regular reviews with the Operations team, addressing variances vis-vis the budget with corrective actions, and ensuring adherence to financial statutory requirements and audit processes

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare and analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

Lead the budgeting and forecasting process, working with department heads

Monitor financial performance by measuring and analysing results, initiating corrective actions

Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal policies

Manage cash flow, investments, and financial risk

Coordinate internal and external audits

Provide insights and recommendations to senior management to support business strategy

Supervise and mentor finance team members

Develop and maintain financial models and dashboards

Oversee accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and general ledger processes

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (CA/ACCA is a plus)

10+ years of experience in finance or accounting, with at least 2 years in a managerial role

Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and analysis

Proficient in financial software and Microsoft Excel

Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills

High attention to detail and accuracy

Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, D365)

Knowledge of industry-specific financial practices

Strong leadership and team development abilities

Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach