Job Title: Head of Finance Location: Noida, India Reports to: COO Department: Finance & Operations About Littlebox Littlebox is a fast-growing D2C fashion brand pioneering “Real-Time Retail” with rapid product launches and efficient supply-chain practices. We’re building the next generation of Indian fashion brands with tech-enabled operations, streamlined manufacturing, and working capital efficiency at the core. Role Overview The Head of Finance will lead all financial operations, focusing on working capital optimization, cash flow management, and strategic banking relationships. This role demands expertise in manufacturing finance with raw material (RM), work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods (FG) inventory, vendor payment cycles, Line of Credit negotiations, ERP implementation, and Monthly MIS preparation. Key Responsibilities 1. Financial Planning & Analysis ● Prepare Monthly MIS covering P&L, cash flow, variance analysis, and inventory aging. ● Forecast working capital requirements based on production cycles, vendor terms, and sales projections. ● Conduct margin analysis, cost optimization, and scenario planning for management decisions. 2. Working Capital & Cash Flow Management ● Manage end-to-end cash flow including receivables, payables, and vendor credit cycles. ● Work with banks to secure best-in-class Line of Credit (LOC) terms, ensuring sufficient liquidity at the lowest cost. ● Track inventory efficiency (RM, WIP, FG) to maintain optimal inventory turns and reduce cash blockage. 3. Vendor & Bank Relations ● Negotiate with vendors for aligned payment cycles based on LOC limits. ● Build strong banking relationships for LOC renewal, interest rate negotiations, and credit enhancements. ● Implement transparent processes for vendor payments linked to production milestones. 4. ERP & Process Implementation ● Lead ERP implementation (Ginesys/other) for finance and inventory modules. ● Ensure BOM accuracy for true costing and profitability tracking. ● Automate reporting for real-time visibility on cash flow, working capital, and financial KPIs. 5. Risk Management & Compliance ● Ensure compliance with GST, TDS, and other financial regulations. ● Implement internal controls for vendor payments, inventory valuation, and credit utilization. ● Proactively monitor liabilities to avoid financial risks. Qualifications & Experience ● Education: CA / CMA / MBA Finance. ● Experience: 8–12 years in finance roles in manufacturing or D2C/e-commerce sectors. ● Proven track record in Line of Credit negotiations, working capital efficiency, and ERP finance implementation. ● Expertise in inventory-linked finance with RM, WIP, and FG cycles. Key Skills ● Working Capital & Cash Flow Management ● LOC Negotiation & Banking Relations ● Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) ● Inventory Accounting (RM, WIP, FG) ● ERP Implementation (Ginesys/SAP/Oracle) ● Monthly MIS & Reporting Automation ● Risk & Compliance Management What We Offer ● Leadership role in shaping the financial strategy of a fast-scaling D2C brand. ● Opportunity to work closely with founders and leadership team. ● Competitive compensation, performance incentives, and ESOPs. Please share your CV at the following email address: alok@littleboxindia.com