Key Responsibilities
- *1\. Financial Strategy \& Leadership**
- Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with business growth plans
- Act as a strategic partner to the Dealer Principal / CEO in decision\-making
- Drive profitability and long\-term financial sustainability
- Should understand the nuances of evaluating the valuation thru different methods.
- Should be able to raise funds through PE, VC or debt
- Own and manage the dealership’s Profit \& Loss statement
- Monitor revenue streams: vehicle sales, service, spares, insurance, finance commissions
- Analyze margins and suggest improvements across departments
- *3\. Working Capital \& Cash Flow Management**
- Optimize inventory funding (vehicles, spare parts)
- Manage receivables (especially institutional / fleet sales)
- Ensure efficient utilization of cash credit / bank limits
- Drive cash flow planning and liquidity management
- *4\. Budgeting \& Forecasting**
- Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes
- Track actual performance vs budget and implement corrective actions
- Provide MIS reports with actionable insights
- *5\. Banking \& Financial Institutions**
* Manage relationships with banks and NBFCs for
o Inventory funding (flooring limits)
o Working capital loans
o Customer financing tie\-ups
- Negotiate interest rates and optimize borrowing costs
- *6\. Compliance \& Governance**
- Ensure compliance with statutory requirements (GST, Income Tax, TDS, ROC, etc.)
- Implement internal controls and audit systems
- Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory authorities
- *7\. Cost Control \& Efficiency**
- Monitor operating expenses and improve cost efficiency
- Implement cost control measures across departments
- Evaluate ROI on marketing spends and capex investments
- Lead finance, accounts, and billing teams
- Ensure accurate and timely accounting and reporting
- Build strong internal processes and financial discipline
- *9\. OEM \& Dealer Management System (DMS)**
- Ensure accurate financial reporting as per OEM requirements
- Work closely with Tata Motors for audits, incentives, and claims reconciliation
- Leverage DMS for financial insights and controls
Key Skills \& Competencies
- Strong financial planning \& analysis (FP\&A) skills
- Deep understanding of working capital management
- Knowledge of dealership business dynamics
- Strong analytical and problem\-solving skills
- Leadership and stakeholder management
- High attention to detail and compliance orientation
Qualifications \& Experience
- CA / CMA / MBA Finance (CA preferred)
- 12–20\+ years of experience in finance
- Minimum 5\+ years in a leadership role
- **Experience in automobile dealership / auto industry/ oem industry is Mandatory**
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Dealership profitability (**EBITDA** / Net Profit)
- Working capital cycle (Inventory \+ Receivables days)
- Interest cost reduction
- Budget vs actual performance
- Compliance and audit scores
- Cost optimization metrics
Reporting Structure
- Reports to: Dealer Principal / CEO
- Direct Reports: CFO team, Finance Head, Manager, Accounts Team, Billing Executives
Additional Expectations (Dealership Context)
- **Strong grip on inventory financing (vehicle stock funding)**
- **Monitoring OEM incentive claims and receivables**
- **Ensuring financial discipline in high\-volume, low\-margin environment**
- **Supporting expansion decisions (new outlets, workshops, EV investments)**
Additional Information
- **Allowance benefits**
- **Office Location\- Hebbal location, Bangalore**
- **Interview process\-2\-3 Rounds (Final round F2F mandatory)**
Required Qualification
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) ,CA (Charted Accountant)
- **Contact number 9903496645**
Pay: ₹2,500,000\.00 \- ₹3,000,000\.00 per year
Benefits
Work Location: In person