Chief Financial Officer

Job Description : CFO LONDON UK Indian importer of consumer goods is looking for Indian/Indian origin CFO with 20-25 years experience This role is open to candidates worldwide irrespective of location Senior Finance Leadership Opportunity – Consumer Goods/Beauty Sector Seeking an experienced finance leader to drive strategy and operations for a high-growth consumer goods business. This role partners with senior leadership to enhance financial performance, oversee global operations, and lead cross-functional projects. oversee global financial operations, drive strategic initiatives, and support commercial growth. This role works closely with the senior leadership team to provide financial insights, optimise processes, and ensure robust controls across international markets. Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with business objectives. Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. Lead multi-regional financial operations, ensuring compliance with local and international standards. Partner with senior stakeholders to drive commercial performance and business growth. Present financial results, key drivers, and performance insights to leadership. Manage capital structure, working capital, and liquidity to maintain financial stability. Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, board packs, and KPI tracking. Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. Manage relationships with external auditors, banks, and other key stakeholders. Implement strong internal controls to safeguard assets and minimise risk. Key Requirements: Significant senior finance leadership experience within the consumer goods, beauty, or retail sectors. Proven success in managing complex, multi-regional financial operations. Strong expertise in FP&A, financial reporting, and commercial finance. In-depth knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and local tax regulations. Experience with ERP systems and digital finance transformation. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Results-driven, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Experience with fund-raising or exit strategies is a plus.

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