Chief Financial Officer

About the role

Century Group is partnering with a client seeking a Chief Financial Officer to lead their finance and accounting function, provide strategic financial guidance, and support business growth and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall finance and accounting function, including financial planning, reporting, treasury management, compliance, and internal controls.
• Provide strategic guidance to executive leadership regarding profitability, business growth, investment decisions, and financial risk management.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and financial modeling to support organizational objectives.
• Manage banking relationships, financing activities, cash flow strategies, and capital allocation initiatives.
• Lead and develop finance teams while supporting business expansion, operational efficiency, and strategic growth opportunities.

Requirements

• Active United States CPA designation.
• Chartered Accountant designation.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, including significant executive-level responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, taxation, treasury operations, cost accounting, inventory accounting, and corporate governance.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within consumer products, manufacturing, distribution, retail, e-commerce, or similar industries.
• Proven ability to support organizational growth, acquisitions, business transformation initiatives, or complex strategic projects.
• Advanced financial modeling, analytical, and executive presentation skills with the ability to influence senior leadership.
• Prior experience with ERP systems, business intelligence tools, and enterprise-wide financial reporting platforms.
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills; Hindi language proficiency is preferred.

Pay

Expected starting base salary of $150,000 to $180,000 per year, with exact compensation varying based on skills, experience, and location.