Lead Finance – Beverage (Gujarati/Hindi Speaking) at CDL Human Resource

• We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Lead Finance professional to join our team in the beverage sector. The successful candidate will play a key leadership role in overseeing all aspects of financial management, ensuring robust financial planning, and driving strategic decision-making to support business growth.
• Proficiency in Gujarati or Hindi languages will be an added advantage to enhance communication within the diverse stakeholder base.

Duties:

• Prepare Cost Benefit Analysis for any new Capex proposed by various departments in concurrence with Head of Operations and ensure investments are submitted to BOD along with CBA.
• Prepare and update costing sheet for products/SKUs and share on weekly basis
• Analyze Management Accounts line by line and provide observations and recommendations to BOD & HODs for implementation.
• Keep a check on input cost related to manufacturing and assist Head of Operations by providing facts and figures for reducing TOTAL COST of PRODUCTION.
• Participate in procurement decisions related to purchase of RAW material for Value Stream.
• Monitor BOM on daily basis & highlight anomalies to relevant Production Leads and seek clarification.
• Plan, Implement, Manage and run all financial activities of Value Stream including business planning, budgeting, forecasting and negotiations.
• Reduce Debtors cycle by ensuring timely issuance of credit notes by coordinating with Sales team and Audit team.
• Increase focus on credit worthy customer segments through Sales Head, prepare and implement customer incentive schemes for acceleration/on-time payment.
• Provide Impact Analysis for all marketing expenses, price increase/decrease and promotions.
• Ensure adherence to contracts and agreements by suppliers & sales channels as per company policy and record keeping including Bank Guarantees from customers.
• Responsible for ensuring timely Cash in-Cash out through Sales & Production teams, monitor debtors/creditors on daily basis.
• Liaise & work closely with Treasury Team and Finance and Accounts team for smooth cash flow management
• Prepare priority list for payments to be made based on collection reports from debt collection team along with procurement
• Prepare financial forecasting and budgets (annual & 13-week rollover) related to Value Stream under guidance of CFO to ensure alignment with Group Level Financial goals.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA is an advantage).
• CPA (K), ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification.
• 10-12 years of finance experience, preferably in the non-alcoholic beverage industry.
• Strong financial planning, analysis, and reporting expertise.
• Proven leadership experience, with the ability to guide teams and influence strategy.
• Proficiency in financial management systems and SAP is a must.