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Vice President Finance

Vice President Finance

Talent Sutraernakulam, India
17 hours ago
Job description

About our client :

As the client prepares to scale, set up its finance & operations structure and possibly pursue external funding / loan procurement, this role will be pivotal in shaping the financial backbone of the business.

Role Overview

The CFO will be a strategic partner to the CEO , responsible for financial planning, risk management, loan and funding strategy, and operational finance setup. The ideal candidate will have experience in growing companies, preferably in the pharmaceutical / chemical manufacturing sector, and in enterprises at or near the startup / scale‑up phase.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Strategy & Planning

  • Develop and implement the company’s financial strategy aligned to growth objectives and manufacturing scale‑up.
  • Prepare financial models, budgets and forecasts that reflect manufacturing costs, CAPEX, OPEX, and projected revenues.
  • Advise on a funding strategy including debt (loan) and equity to support scaling manufacturing operations and R&D.

Loan & Funding Management

  • Lead the loan procurement process from banks, financial institutions or alternative lenders; prepare requisite documentation.
  • Negotiate financial terms and manage relationships with banks, investors and other financial partners.
  • Ensure optimal capital structure balancing cost of capital, measurement of risk and operational flexibility.
  • Financial Operations & Compliance

  • Establish robust accounting systems, internal controls, and financial reporting frameworks suitable for a manufacturing entity.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance with Indian corporate, tax, manufacturing and financial laws.
  • Define and implement financial policies (CAPEX approval, cost controls, working‑capital management, inventory controls).
  • Business & Risk Advisory

  • Provide financial insight to the executive team : cost‑structure analysis, margin improvement, production cost tracking, ROI for new projects.
  • Identify financial and operational risks (e.g., manufacturing ramp-up, supply chain, regulatory changes) and propose mitigation.
  • Monitor cash flow, working capital, key financial KPIs (e.g., margin, ROCE, asset utilisation).
  • Team Leadership

  • Build and lead the finance & accounting team, scale as company grows, develop talent, ensure managerial depth.
  • Foster a culture of financial discipline, transparency and accountability in a manufacturing environment.
  • Qualifications & Experience

  • Proven experience as CFO, VP Finance or Senior Finance Leader in manufacturing / chemical / pharmaceutical businesses or scale‑up ventures.
  • Strong expertise in financial planning, corporate finance, fundraising (particularly debt + equity) and risk management.
  • Hands‑on experience with loan procurement, banking relations and working capital / production financing.
  • Familiarity with India’s regulatory & compliance frameworks for manufacturing and finance.
  • Excellent analytical, negotiation and leadership skills; ability to operate in a fast‑changing, high‑growth environment.
  • MBA or equivalent advanced degree in Finance or Accounting is preferred.
  • What We Offer

  • Opportunity to shape the financial foundation of a high‑potential manufacturing company.
  • Strategic role with high visibility and impact in the organisation’s growth and direction.
  • Competitive compensation package with potential equity participation or performance‑linked incentives.
  • Entrepreneurial culture, freedom to build systems and processes, and to contribute meaningfully to the business’s success.
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