General Manager - Finance PSS07595

Job Title: General Manager - Finance

Location: Mumbai

About the client: PSS has been mandated to hire a General Manager - Finance for a leading manufacturer of corrugated boxes and paper bags which operates 5 manufacturing units.

Job Purpose

He will be responsible for overseeing the financial health of the company, ensuring compliance with statutory regulations, managing financial risks, and optimizing financial performance. The role requires strategic financial planning, budgeting, cost control, and driving profitability while ensuring robust financial governance.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Strategy

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with business goals.
• Prepare annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
• Conduct financial risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
• Accounting & Compliance
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.
• Ensure compliance with GST, Income Tax, Companies Act, TDS, and other statutory regulations.
• Oversee audits (statutory, internal, and tax audits) and liaise with auditors.
• Implement and monitor internal financial controls (IFC).
• Cost Management & Profitability
• Monitor and control costs, working capital, and cash flow.
• Implement cost reduction initiatives and financial efficiency programs.
• Evaluate and analyze capital investments and expenditures.
• Banking & Treasury Management
• Manage funding requirements, bank loans, and credit facilities.
• Ensure optimal utilization of working capital and debt financing.
• Maintain strong relationships with banks and financial institutions.
• Taxation & Legal Compliance
• Manage direct and indirect taxation, including GST, TDS, and Income Tax assessments.
• Handle tax planning, compliance, and resolution of taxation issues.
• Ensure compliance with all legal and financial regulations.
• ERP & Technology Implementation
• Drive implementation and improvement of ERP systems (Fynsys/SAP/Tally/Oracle).
• Strengthen financial reporting and MIS through automation and digitalization.
• Team Leadership & Development
• Lead and mentor the finance and accounts team.
• Develop financial awareness and cost-consciousness across departments.
  
  
  

• Qualifications: CA
• Experience: 15+ years, with at least 5 years in a leadership role in a manufacturing company.
• Skills:
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, taxation, and compliance.
• Expertise in cost management, budgeting, and financial planning.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems like Fynsys, SAP, Oracle, or Tally.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, growth-driven environment.