Job Description
Our client :is a prominent player in the consumer goods industry, renowned for our unwavering dedication to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Your role : You will occupy a pivotal role in sculpting the financial strategy and steering business towards continued prosperity. You come armed with a robust commercial background and a demonstrated history of strategic decision-making to lead the finance team.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Strategy: Forge and execute a comprehensive financial strategy aimed at propelling business expansion and ensuring profitability.
Budgeting and Forecasting: Spearhead the budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring the timely generation of precise financial projections.
Financial Reporting: Exercise oversight over financial reporting, encompassing P&L statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, all while providing insightful analysis to inform our decision-making.
Strategic Planning: Collaborate closely with senior leadership to formulate and execute strategic initiatives, pinpointing opportunities for revenue growth and cost-efficiency.
Risk Management: Evaluate and mitigate financial risks, while simultaneously implementing robust risk management strategies.
Team Leadership: Oversee and mentor a high-performing finance team, nurturing a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
Compliance: Assure compliance with all pertinent financial regulations and standards, remaining abreast of industry best practices.
Cash Flow Management: Vigilantly monitor and manage cash flow to support operational requirements and investment needs.
Stakeholder Relations: Foster robust relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including investors, banks, and auditors.
Must Haves:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; MBA or CA/ CPA preferred.
Minimum of 20+ years of progressive financial leadership experience in the consumer goods industry.
Demonstrated track record of success in a strategic financial role, marked by accomplishments in driving business growth and profitability.
Outstanding commercial acumen with the ability to spot and capitalize on market opportunities.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, underpinned by a meticulous attention to detail.
Superlative communication and leadership capabilities, with a collaborative and team-centric ethos.
Proficiency in financial software and tools, coupled with a knack for adapting to emerging technologies.
Managing expectations: “At Mindfield, we strive for exceptional results, achieved by understanding the needs of both our clients and candidates. Please take note of our ‘must-haves’ for a successful application process. We look forward to building a long-term relationship with you. Mindfield – making a difference.”
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