Chief Financial Officer

Tropical Industries International; India; On-site; INR 4,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Tropical Industries International in Delhi seeks a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to partner with leadership in shaping financial strategy, oversight of planning, treasury, compliance, and investor relations. The role emphasizes cost management, working capital optimization, and supply chain finance across manufacturing and agribusiness operations.

You will lead budgeting, controls, ERP-driven processes, and risk management, while mentoring a high-performing finance team and coordinating with

Qualifications

• CA with 15+ years of progressive financial leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, plant finance, and commodity markets.
• Experience in raising capital and managing large-scale projects; M&A exposure is a plus.
• Proven ability to lead teams and influence at Board level.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute financial strategies to drive growth and long-term value.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Lead treasury, risk management, internal controls, and compliance functions.
• Manage cost optimization across manufacturing, procurement, and logistics.
• Collaborate with leadership to improve profitability and stakeholder communication.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial planning

Cost management

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA)

Tools

ERP systems

Budgeting software

Job description

Job Description - Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Position Title: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Reports To: Group CFO-Agribusiness Location:Delhi Industry: Manufacturing & Agribusiness Role Summary: The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will be a strategic partner to the leadership team, responsible for overseeing the financial health and sustainability of the manufacturing and agribusiness operations. The CFO will lead financial planning, risk management, treasury, investor relations, and compliance functions to support growth, efficiency, and profitability. This role requires deep expertise in cost management, supply chain finance, working capital optimization, and knowledge of sector-specific dynamics such as commodity pricing, regulatory frameworks, and global trade.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Financial Leadership Develop and execute financial strategies to support business growth and long-term value creation. Advise the Board and Management on financial performance, business risks, and growth opportunities. Drive funding strategies including debt, equity, and alternative financing for expansion and working capital.
• Financial Management & Controls Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. Ensure strong internal controls, compliance with accounting standards, and statutory requirements (Companies Act, IFRS/GAAP, GST, Taxation, etc.). Implement ERP-driven financial processes to improve transparency and efficiency.
• Operational Finance Manage cost optimization initiatives across manufacturing units, procurement, logistics, and supply chain. Oversee pricing strategies in alignment with raw material volatility and market trends. Monitor key financial KPIs such as margins, productivity, cash flow, and return oninvestment.
• Agribusiness & Commodity Focus Manage commodity risk, hedging strategies, and market-linked pricing models. Ensure financial governance around contract farming, warehousing, exports/imports, and regulatory compliance. Evaluate government policies, subsidies, and agri-trade regulations impacting business operations.
• Leadership & Stakeholder Management Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to drive business efficiency and profitability. Build strong relationships with banks, financial institutions, auditors, investors, and regulators.

Qualifications & Experience

• Chartered Accountant (CA), 15+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a senior management role in manufacturing or agribusiness sector.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, plant finance, and commodity markets.
• Experience in raising capital, managing large-scale projects, and M&A will be an added advantage.
• Proven ability to lead teams and influence at Board level.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strategic & analytical thinking
• Strong business acumen in manufacturing & agribusiness value chain
• Risk management & governance
• Financial modeling and investment analysis
• Excellent communication & stakeholder engagement
• Leadership, integrity, and decision-making ability