Chief Financial Officer

Score Information Technologies; Kolkata District, Howrah; On-site; INR 9,000,000 - 15,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Score Information Technologies in Kolkata invites a seasoned Finance Leader to shape financial strategy, oversee budgeting and forecasting, and drive profitability in a manufacturing-driven business.

You will lead reporting, analytics, risk management and compliance, partnering with the CEO and board to steer capital allocation and working capital optimization.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in a senior finance leadership role in manufacturing.
• Deep knowledge of financial management, reporting and accounting principles.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and financial software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with business goals.
• Lead long-term financial planning, forecasting and budgeting.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities and profitability enhancements.
• Prepare timely financial reports for senior management and stakeholders.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis and recommendations for CEO/Board.
• Oversee financial modelling, cash flow management and profitability analysis.
• Monitor financial risks including currency, materials costs and market conditions.
• Ensure compliance with local and international regulations and accounting standards.
• Oversee audits, tax filings and reporting processes.
• Manage cash flow to support operations and capex.
• Optimize working capital with raw materials procurement and inventory management.
• Negotiate and manage banking relationships and financing options.

Skills

Financial strategy

Financial planning

Cost optimization

Financial reporting

Financial analysis

Cash flow management

Risk management

ERP systems

Banking relationships

Leadership

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Role & responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the companys business goals and objectives.
• Lead long-term financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting to optimize financial performance.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement, and profitability enhancement within the manufacturing process.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual statements, for senior management and stakeholders.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to assess the companys performance and make recommendations to the CEO/Board.
• Oversee financial modelling, cash flow management, and profitability analysis.
• Monitor financial risks related to the companys operations, including currency fluctuations, raw material costs, and global market conditions.
• Ensure compliance with local and international financial regulations, tax laws, and accounting standards.
• Oversee audits, tax filings, and reporting processes to ensure the company meets regulatory requirements.
• Manage the companys cash flow, ensuring liquidity to support ongoing operations and capital expenditures.
• Develop strategies to optimize working capital, especially with respect to managing raw material procurement, production, and inventory management.
• Negotiate and manage banking relationships, credit facilities, and financing options.

Preferred candidate profile

At least 15 years of experience in Senior Finance Leadership role, with significant experience in the listed manufacturing sector (preferably in jute / textiles or similar industries).

• Strong leadership & team building abilities.
• In-depth knowledge of financial management, reporting, and accounting principles.
• Strong understanding of cost management, supply chain finance, and capital expenditure planning in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and financial software.