Chief Financial Officer - Pharma

Core Responsibilities:

- Should be a CA with Pharma companies expereince.

Financial Strategy and Planning:

- Develop and implement the company's financial strategy, aligning it with overall business objectives.

- Lead financial planning and analysis (FP&A) processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning.

- Provide financial insights and analysis to support executive-level decision-making on investments, new business initiatives, and market expansion.

- Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process enhancement.

Financial Management and Oversight:

- Manage all financial operations, including accounting, treasury, tax, and payroll.

- Oversee the preparation and communication of accurate and timely financial statements (e.g., balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements).

- Ensure all financial transactions, policies, and procedures comply with statutory regulations (e.g., GAAP, SEC guidelines) and internal controls.

- Manage the company's capital structure, cash flow, and liquidity to ensure financial stability.

Risk Management and Compliance:

- Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks, including market risk, credit risk, and operational risk.

- Develop and maintain a robust internal control framework to prevent fraud and financial mismanagement.

- Ensure adherence to all legal and regulatory requirements.

Leadership and Team Management:

- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance and accounting team.

- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the finance department.

- Act as a financial catalyst, educating and influencing other departments on financial best practices.

Stakeholder Relations:

- Manage relationships with key external stakeholders, including investors, financial institutions, auditors, and government bodies.

- Communicate the company's financial performance and strategy to the Board of Directors and the investment community.

- Play a key role in fundraising, mergers, acquisitions, and investor relations.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

Education: A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is typically required. An MBA or a professional certification such as a CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) is highly desirable.

Experience:

- Extensive experience (typically 10+ years) in a progressively responsible financial leadership role.

- Proven track record of success in financial management, strategic planning, and risk management.

- Experience in a relevant industry is often preferred.

- Experience with fundraising, M&A, and capital markets is highly valued.