The CFO – International Business will be responsible for end-to-end financial management of all domestic and overseas entities, ensuring strong financial controls, statutory compliance, consolidation of accounts, treasury management, and strategic financial planning across geographies.

This role requires hands-on leadership in multi-country accounting, cross-border taxation, audits, currency management, and regulatory compliance, while acting as a strategic partner to the Board.

Key Responsibilities

1.⁠ ⁠Global Financial Oversight & Consolidation

Oversee accounting, reporting, and controls for all international offices, subsidiaries, and branches.
Ensure timely monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidation of global financial statements.
Maintain uniform accounting policies across countries (Ind AS / IFRS where applicable).
Monitor P&L, balance sheet, and cash flows for each geography.

2.⁠ ⁠Statutory Compliance & Governance

Ensure compliance with:
Indian laws (Companies Act, Income Tax, GST)
Overseas statutory requirements (local tax, VAT, withholding tax)
FEMA, RBI, ODI/FDI regulations
Coordinate with local auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory authorities in each country.
Lead global audits, transfer pricing audits, and regulatory reviews.

3.⁠ ⁠Treasury, Banking & Forex Management

Manage global cash flows, fund transfers, and repatriation.
Oversee forex exposure, hedging strategies, and currency risk management.
Manage relationships with banks (India & overseas).
Optimize working capital across regions.

4.⁠ ⁠Budgeting, Forecasting & MIS

Prepare consolidated budgets and rolling forecasts.
Develop country-wise and business-wise MIS dashboards.
Track variance analysis and implement corrective actions.
Support management in strategic decision-making using financial insights.

5.⁠ ⁠Taxation & Transfer Pricing

Oversee direct and indirect taxation across jurisdictions.
Implement transfer pricing policies and inter-company agreements.
Ensure tax optimization while remaining compliant with local laws.
Handle cross-border royalty, service fees, and cost allocations.

6.⁠ ⁠Controls, Risk & Internal Audit

Design and implement robust internal control systems.
Monitor financial risks, compliance risks, and fraud prevention.
Lead internal audits and ensure closure of audit observations.
Establish SOPs for finance and accounting teams globally.

7.⁠ ⁠Strategic & Advisory Role

Act as a strategic advisor to the Board on:
Global expansion
New market entry
M&A, joint ventures, and partnerships
Evaluate financial viability of overseas investments and subsidiaries.
Support fundraising, debt structuring, and investor relations if required.

8.⁠ ⁠Team Leadership & Coordination

Lead and mentor finance teams across geographies.
Coordinate with country heads and operational leaders.
Ensure skill development and performance management of finance staff.

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong expertise in multi-country accounting & consolidation
Deep understanding of international taxation & FEMA
Hands-on experience with IFRS / Ind AS
Excellent control over MIS, budgeting, and cash management
Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills

Educational Qualifications

Chartered Accountant (CA) – Mandatory
MBA (Finance) – Preferred

Experience Required

10-15 years of experience in finance
Minimum 7–10 years handling international businesses / subsidiaries
Experience in pharma, healthcare, manufacturing, or export-oriented companies preferred

Compensation

depending on experience and scale of operations
Performance-linked incentives
International travel & exposure

Preferred Candidate Profile

CFO / Finance Head from a multi-country group
Experience handling Africa, Middle East, Europe, or LATAM entities
Strong exposure to overseas audits and compliance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹150,000.00 - ₹200,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Cell phone reimbursement
Paid sick time

Work Location: In person

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