Weekday (YC W21)
Website:
weekday.works
Job details:
This role is for one of the Weekday's clients
Salary range: Rs 2300000 - Rs 3800000 (ie INR 23-38 LPA)
Min Experience: 15 years
Location: Thane
JobType: full-time
We are looking for a seasoned and strategic finance leader to head the Finance function within a fast-growing pharmaceutical or manufacturing organization. This role will be responsible for shaping financial strategy, ensuring regulatory compliance, and enabling business growth through robust financial planning, analysis, and governance.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end Finance & Accounts function, including accounting, taxation, audits, and compliance
- Drive financial planning processes such as budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial strategy aligned with business goals
- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, MIS preparation, and month-end closures
- Manage P&L, cash flow, and working capital to optimize financial performance
- Strengthen internal controls, governance frameworks, and risk management practices
- Coordinate with statutory auditors, internal auditors, and regulatory bodies
- Provide actionable financial insights and recommendations to senior leadership for strategic decision-making
- Oversee direct and indirect taxation, ensuring full statutory compliance
- Identify and implement process improvements, automation initiatives, and cost optimization strategies
- Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing finance team
Key Requirements
- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) or CA Inter
- 15+ years of experience in Finance & Accounts
- Proven experience in the pharmaceutical or manufacturing industry
- Strong expertise in financial reporting, MIS, budgeting, and forecasting
- Hands-on experience with SAP or other ERP systems
- Deep understanding of compliance, audits, and regulatory requirements
- Demonstrated experience in team leadership and stakeholder management
- Strong analytical mindset with strategic thinking capabilities
Preferred Profile
- Stable career progression with reputable organizations
- Experience managing end-to-end finance operations
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-growing business environment
Skills
- Financial Strategy & Planning
- Accounting & Compliance
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- MIS & Financial Reporting
- ERP Systems (SAP)
- Audit & Risk Management
- Team Leadership
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