प्रणाम , Running a family business or SME in India is a matter of pride. It’s not just about profit—it’s about legacy, relationships, and responsibility. But many family enterprises, despite their hard work and growth, hit a ceiling. The reason? Finance is often treated as bookkeeping, not strategy. As a Karta or leader of an Indian family business, you wear many hats. You’re the chief visionary, the operations head, the client relationship manager, and often, the de facto finance manager. You’ve gotten this far on grit, intuition, and the trusted circle of family. But here’s a hard truth: the complexity of modern business can no longer be run on Excel sheets and gut feeling alone. The transition from a successful family-owned shop to a scalable, legacy-building enterprise requires one critical role: a strategic Chief Financial Officer. The question is, how do you know when you need one? If you see these signs, the time to act is now. 1. You’re Flying Blind Without a Fina...