CFO - Chief Financial Officer (Manufacturing Exp is Mandatory)

Mumbai
India
20 to 75 LPA
Full time
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Chief Financial Officer (CFO) | South Mumbai

This opportunity is open only to candidates with manufacturing-sector experience. Applications from other sectors (such as IT or BFSI) will not be considered.

A leading, founder-led copper manufacturer is looking for a CFO to lead its finance and strategy function and to partner with the promoter in building the institutional foundations for its next stage of growth, including a public listing.

Location: South Mumbai – 400007
Experience: 12–25 years
Compensation: ₹40–75 LPA, depending on experience and current CTC - 15–30% increase on current CTC for the right candidate.

This is a high-ownership role that goes beyond running finance. You will:
▪️ Build corporate governance from the ground up
▪️ Work with the promoter to put in place clear delegation frameworks and empowered, accountable leadership teams
▪️ Prepare and lead the organisation through its IPO journey

What you will own
▪️ The finance function, end to end
▪️ Financial strategy, capital allocation and board-level reporting
▪️ Fundraising, banking relationships and working-capital structuring
▪️ Commodity price risk and forex hedging strategy (LME/MCX-linked)
▪️ Governance, statutory compliance and audit oversight
▪️ Building and leading the finance organisation

Who we are looking for
▪️ CA / CFA / MBA (Finance)
▪️ Proven finance leadership in manufacturing; commodity or metals exposure strongly preferred
▪️ Hands-on experience across all three IPO phases: pre-listing, listing and post-listing
▪️ A track record of working with boards, raising capital and making strategic decisions

How to apply:
1️⃣ Fill out this form: https://lnkd.in/gQp6yFsb
2️⃣ Email your updated resume to [email protected]

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