Location: Andheri East, Mumbai
Experience: 25+ Years (including minimum 10 years as CFO)
Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA)
CTC: ₹1.25 – 1.50 Cr
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Overview

We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the overall Finance & Accounts function across the organization. The ideal candidate will be a CA-qualified professional with 25+ years of progressive experience, including at least 10 years in a CFO capacity, preferably within MSME or mid-sized organizations (₹50–500 Cr turnover).

This role requires a strong blend of strategic leadership, operational excellence, financial governance, and entrepreneurial mindset. The CFO will play a critical role in driving business growth, optimizing financial performance, and ensuring robust compliance and risk management frameworks.

Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Financial Leadership

Partner with CEO and Board to define and execute long-term business and financial strategy
Drive financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting across all business units
Provide strategic recommendations on growth, investments, and cost optimization

2. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes
Develop financial models, scenario planning, and performance dashboards
Present MIS, insights, and business performance reports to leadership

3. Accounting & Financial Operations

Oversee end-to-end accounting operations including GL, AP/AR, and consolidations
Ensure timely closure of books (monthly, quarterly, annual)
Maintain accuracy in financial reporting (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)

4. Treasury & Cash Flow Management

Manage cash flows, working capital, and fund utilization efficiently
Monitor financial risks, liquidity, and capital structure
Strengthen treasury operations and banking relationships

5. Compliance & Governance

Ensure adherence to statutory regulations (GST, TDS, Income Tax, Companies Act)
Lead internal, statutory, and tax audits
Establish strong internal controls, policies, and governance frameworks

6. Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management

Lead and mentor a large finance team (15–25 members across levels)
Build high-performance culture and succession planning
Collaborate with business heads and external stakeholders (auditors, banks, consultants)

7. Business & Operational Excellence

Provide insights into operational efficiencies and cost control
Support business expansion, fundraising, and investment decisions
Drive digital transformation and ERP optimization (Tally, Zoho, or similar systems)

Qualifications & SkillsEducation

Chartered Accountant (CA) – Mandatory

Experience

25+ years in Finance & Accounts
Minimum 10 years as CFO or equivalent leadership role
Experience in MSME / mid-sized organizations (₹50–500 Cr turnover preferred)

Technical Skills

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
Budgeting, Forecasting & MIS Reporting
Strong knowledge of Accounting Standards & Compliance
ERP Systems (Tally, Zoho Books, or similar)
Treasury & Risk Management

Behavioral Competencies

Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen
Leadership & Team Building
Strong Analytical & Decision-Making Skills
High Integrity & Governance Mindset
Entrepreneurial Approach.

Application Process:

Interested candidates can share their updated profiles with the subject line:

“[Job Title] – [Your Name]” at ambitious@smgroup.work (CC: team.hiringdesk@gmail.com)

For queries, contact: +91- 93215 83057 / 8850220484

Pay: ₹12,500,000.00 - ₹15,000,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

Are you a qualified Chartered Accountant (CA)? (Year of qualification?)
Do you have 25+ years of overall experience in Finance & Accounts?
Are you currently handling budgeting, forecasting, and MIS reporting?
How many years have you worked specifically in a CFO role?
What is your current CTC (fixed + variable)?

What are your expected compensation expectations?
What is your notice period? Are you open to early joining?

Work Location: In person

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