Finance Head

Role Purpose

The Head Finance will be responsible for managing the organizations financial planning, budgeting, accounting, compliance, and reporting functions. The role ensures strong financial controls, statutory compliance, and strategic financial support to business operations.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Ensure accuracy of books of accounts as per accounting standards (Ind AS / AS)
• Analyze financial performance and provide MIS reports to senior management
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and fund utilization

Budgeting & Financial Planning

• Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting exercises
• Track budget vs. actuals and highlight variances with corrective actions
• Support project-wise cost control and financial feasibility analysis

Accounts & Controls

• Supervise accounting operations including GL, AP, AR, and fixed assets
• Establish and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets
• Ensure timely closure of books and reconciliation of accounts

Statutory Compliance & Taxation

• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements (GST, TDS, Income Tax, PF, ESI,etc.)
• Coordinate with consultants for tax assessments, audits, and filings
• Handle statutory, internal, and tax audits and close audit observations

Treasury & Banking

• Manage banking relationships, credit facilities, and fund arrangements
• Monitor loan covenants, interest calculations, and repayment schedules
• Oversee cash forecasting and optimize fund deployment

Business Support & Coordination

• Support management in strategic decision-making with financial insights
• Work closely with projects, procurement, sales, and legal teams
• Assist in contract review from a financial and risk perspective

Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounts team
• Allocate work, review outputs, and ensure timely deliverables

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA) (mandatory)
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, taxation, and compliance

Experience & Skills

• Minimum 9 years of relevant finance & accounting experience
• Experience in real estate, construction or infrastructure preferred
• Strong analytical, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Excel
• High attention to detail with a strategic mindset