Chief Financial Officer - Logistic Industry - CA

We are pleased to announce an opening for the position of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with one of our esteemed MNC clients in the freight forwarding industry. The ideal candidate will be a Chartered Accountant (CA) with extensive experience in financial leadership, strategic planning, and risk management.

Job Title: Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Reports to: Managing Director (MD).

Industry: Freight and Forwarding/ Logistic.

Location: Gurgaon.

Role Overview:

- The CFO will be responsible for the overall financial strategy, planning, and management of the company.

- Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the CFO will oversee financial operations, risk management, budgeting, and strategic financial planning to ensure the company's financial health and growth.

- The ideal candidate will have a proven background in the Freight and Forwarding industry, with strong leadership, financial acumen, and operational expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

- Financial Strategy & Planning: Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company's goals, ensuring robust financial forecasting, modeling, and analysis to support business growth.

- Budgeting & Cost Control: Lead the annual budgeting process, monitor financial performance, and implement cost control measures to optimize profitability.

- Cash Flow & Working Capital Management: Oversee cash flow management and ensure adequate funding for operations while optimizing working capital management to maintain liquidity.

- Financial Reporting & Compliance: Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to the MD and board of directors. Ensure compliance with all statutory regulations, accounting standards, and taxation laws.

- Risk Management: Develop and manage a risk management framework that identifies financial risks and implements mitigation strategies to protect the company's assets.

- Stakeholder Management: Liaise with external stakeholders such as auditors, banks, investors, and regulatory authorities to ensure financial stability and secure favorable terms.

- Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of high performance and accountability. Ensure continuous improvement in financial processes and systems.

- Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and Capital Raising: Drive financial due diligence and integration for potential mergers, acquisitions, and expansion opportunities. Oversee capital raising efforts as needed to support growth initiatives.

- Technology & Innovation: Oversee the adoption of financial technologies (FinTech) and ERP systems to enhance financial operations, reporting, and analysis.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is mandatory.

- Minimum of 15 years of progressive financial leadership experience, with at least 2 years in a CFO role.

- Proven track record in the Freight and Forwarding industry, logistics, or a related sector.

- Strong understanding of financial regulations, risk management, and corporate governance.

- Demonstrated experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting.

- Experience in fundraising, M&A, and capital structuring is a plus.

- Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage cross-functional teams.

- Proficiency in financial management software, ERP systems, and advanced MS Excel skills.

Personal Attributes:

- Strong business acumen with strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.

- High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards.

- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence key stakeholders.

- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.