General Manager - Corporate Finance

We are seeking an experienced Corporate Finance professional to lead strategic finance initiatives across the organization. The role will support capital allocation decisions, financing strategy, treasury optimization, M&A evaluations, investor engagement, and business growth initiatives. The incumbent will work closely with senior leadership to drive value creation, optimize capital structure, and support the company's long-term strategic objectives. Key Responsibilities: Corporate Finance & Strategic Planning · Lead evaluation of strategic investments, acquisitions, divestitures, and joint venture opportunities. · Develop financial models, business cases, valuation frameworks, and scenario analyses to support decision-making. · Assess capital allocation opportunities to maximize shareholder value. · Partner with business and functional leaders on strategic growth initiatives. Mergers &Acquisitions · Identify and evaluate acquisition opportunities aligned with corporate strategy. · Conduct financial due diligence, valuation analysis, and synergy assessments. · Support transaction execution, negotiations, and post-merger integration activities. · Coordinate with external advisors, legal counsel, and investment banks. Capital Structure & Financing · Develop and execute funding strategies to support growth and working capital requirements. · Assess debt and equity financing alternatives and optimize capital structure. · Support negotiations with banks, financial institutions, rating agencies, and investors. · Monitor financing markets and recommend opportunities for refinancing or capital raising. Treasury& Cash Management · Partner with Treasury teams to optimize liquidity, cash flow forecasting, and working capital management. · Monitor financing costs, interest rate exposure, and foreign exchange risks. · Support development of treasury and risk management strategies. Performance Analytics & Reporting · Conduct financial performance reviews and identify opportunities for value enhancement. · Develop dashboards and management reports on key financial and operational KPIs. · Provide actionable insights through financial analysis and benchmarking. Governance & Compliance · Ensure compliance with regulatory, legal, and internal governance requirements. · Maintain robust financial controls and risk management practices across corporate finance activities. · Support external audits, financing reviews, and due diligence processes. Qualifications & Experience: · Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA,CFA, or equivalent professional qualification. · MBA from a reputed institution preferred. · 12–18 years of progressive experience in Corporate Finance, Investment Banking, M&A, Treasury, FP&A, or Strategic Finance. · Experience within multinational organizations, commodities, agriculture, FMCG, manufacturing, or trading industries preferred. · Demonstrated experience in transaction execution, fundraising, and financial modelling. · Experience interacting with senior executives, boards, investors, and banking partners. · Advanced financial modelling and valuation expertise. · Strong understanding of capital markets, corporate finance principles, and financing structures. · Knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting frameworks. · Excellence in Excel, PowerPoint, SAP, Power BI, or similar analytical tools.