Finance Executive

Elevate Your Finance Career with Datum Advanced Composites: Where Financial Expertise Meets Cutting-Edge Innovation.

Job Specification

Job Reference: JR230007
Job Family: Business Support
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Experience Level: Experienced (3-5Y) | Mid-Senior (5-7Y) | Senior (7-10Y)
Compensation: Competitive with benefits
Location: On-site - Kanpur, India

About Us

We are Datum Advanced Composites Private Limited – a rapidly growing fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) composite manufacturing business from Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India. At Datum, we design, develop, and manufacture high-performance, lightweight FRP composite products for our customers. We cover all aspects of the composite product lifecycle, from new product design, process development, prototyping, verification and validation, and series production to aftersales product support. We offer accurate market intelligence and industry-leading technical training courses to help businesses and professionals grow effectively.

Our customer base includes global Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), Micro, Small & Medium Scale Enterprises (MSMEs), Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) and academic organisations hailing from the Aerospace, Defence, Automotive, Mass Transport, Marine, Renewable Energy and Healthcare sectors. We work with customers on one-off assignments, short-term projects, multi-stage programmes and long-term development partnerships. At Datum, we cater to a diverse customer base. You will get an opportunity to work on a wide variety of solutions ranging from unmanned platforms, aerospace and defence systems, marine structures, automotive parts, energy systems, smart prosthetics to robotics.

Job Description

As a Finance Executive, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial health and efficiency of our organisation. You will be responsible for overseeing various finance and accounting functions, providing crucial insights to support strategic decision-making, and maintaining the highest standards of financial integrity. You will join the Business Support job family in our Advanced Manufacturing Facility at 523, Ratanpur, Panki, Kanpur – 208020, Uttar Pradesh, India. The role is Full-time and Permanent.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate shall be responsible for performing the following activities:

Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance.
Prepare and analyse financial statements, budgets, and forecasts to provide insights into the company’s financial performance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support cost analysis, pricing strategies, and investment decisions.
Monitor cash flow, manage working capital, and ensure compliance with financial regulations and reporting requirements.
Participate in the development and implementation of financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Assist in the preparation of financial reports for management and stakeholders.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices within the finance department.

Key Personal Attributes, Experiences and Qualifications

The successful candidate shall demonstrate the following attributes:

Essential

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
Proven experience in finance and accounting roles, preferably within the manufacturing sector.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and reporting standards.
Proficiency in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerBI and financial management software.
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

Desired

Professional certification such as CPA, CMA, or equivalent.
Experience with ERP systems, such as ERPNext, SAP or similar.
Previous involvement in cost analysis and pricing strategies for manufacturing business.
Familiarity with the composites manufacturing industry.
Strategic mindset with the ability to contribute to business growth initiatives.

Benefits and Additional Information

We offer excellent career development opportunities, competitive salaries, and exceptional benefits. We are an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce.

All employment is subject to satisfactory candidate assessment, references provided, attainment of either a security clearance or police verification, medical assessment, and right-to-work permit, as applicable.

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