Location - Delhi
CTC - Up to 25 Lacs
Role Overview
We are seeking for a CFO to lead our finance function and partner with business leadership in driving sustainable growth.
Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic & Financial Leadership· Define and execute financial strategies in line with business growth and expansion plans.
· Provide financial insights and recommendations to the Board for decision-making.
· Drive fund-raising initiatives (debt & equity), banking relationships, and investor relations.
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)· Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
· Monitor KPIs, margins, and cost optimization across product lines and business units.
· Ensure effective working capital and treasury management.
Compliance & Governance· Ensure compliance with Excise laws, GST, Companies Act, FEMA, FSSAI and all statutory requirements relevant to the liquor industry.
· Oversee statutory, internal, excise, and tax audits.
· Strengthen internal controls, corporate governance, and risk management frameworks.
Accounting & Reporting· Supervise preparation of accurate and timely financial statements (Ind-AS / IFRS).
· Present MIS reports, dashboards, and financial reviews to senior management and investors.
· Drive adoption of ERP and digital finance tools to streamline reporting.
Excise, Taxation & Regulatory Finance· Manage excise duties, GST, customs duties, and export-import regulations.
· Liaise with excise officials, taxation advisors, and legal counsel for smooth compliance.
· Optimize tax structures while ensuring zero regulatory lapses.
Team Leadership· Lead, mentor, and upskill finance and accounts teams across units.
· Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, legal, and commercial teams.
· Foster a high-performance culture built on ethics and accountability.
Candidate Profile· Education: Chartered Accountant (CA) mandatory; MBA (Finance) preferred.
· Experience: 10+ years in finance & accounts, with minimum 5 years in a senior leadership role in liquor, FMCG, or other regulated manufacturing sectors.
· Expertise:
o Excise finance, taxation, and compliance
o Corporate fund-raising & investor management
o Strategic financial planning, FP&A, M&A exposure
o ERP (SAP / Oracle / Tally ERP) implementation
· Skills:
o Strong leadership, analytical, and negotiation abilities
o Excellent communication with Board, regulators, and financial institutions
o Ability to balance strategy with hands-on execution
· Personal Attributes: Ethical, resilient, business-oriented, and able to thrive in a compliance-driven industry.
Compensation & Benefits· Salary: Flexible for the right candidate)
· Incentives: Performance-linked bonus + ESOP (as per company policy)
- · Travel: Required as per business needs (audit, compliance, and strategic meetings)
