We are looking for a qualified CA for the role of 'CFO' for a client into Agro Processing Industry.

Location-Delhi

Role:

The CFO will be responsible for fundraising, capital market transactions, investor relations, banking, financial reporting, and strategic decision-making.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in listed companies, with deep knowledge of SEBI regulations, capital markets, and corporate governance.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Fundraising & Capital Markets:

- Lead equity, debt, and hybrid fundraising initiatives, including IPOs, rights issues, QIPs, and private placements.

- Evaluate and recommend optimal capital structure for the company to balance growth and cost of capital.

- Engage with investors, banks, and financial institutions to raise funds aligned with business strategy.

- Manage share buybacks, ESOPs, and other capital market transactions, ensuring compliance with SEBI and stock exchange norms.

- Monitor capital market conditions and advise the board on timing and structure of fund-raising opportunities.

2. Banking & Treasury Management:

- Build and maintain relationships with banking partners to secure credit facilities and optimize financing costs.

- Oversee treasury operations, cash flow forecasting, and liquidity management.

- Ensure compliance with banking covenants and statutory reporting requirements.

3. Investor Relations & Governance:

- Lead investor relations activities, ensuring transparent and timely communication with shareholders, analysts, and regulators.

- Prepare and present quarterly and annual financial results in compliance with SEBI (LODR) and stock exchange disclosure norms.

- Support management in investor meetings, analyst briefings, and post-listing communications to maintain market credibility.

4. Financial Reporting & Compliance:

- Ensure timely closure of quarterly and annual financial statements in compliance with Ind-AS, Companies Act, SEBI, FEMA, GST, and Income Tax regulations.

- Coordinate with auditors and consultants to ensure smooth audits and financial integrity.

- Maintain consistency and accuracy of financial data across the organization and subsidiaries.

5. Strategic Financial Planning & Decision Support:

- Partner with the board and management in long-term business planning, capital budgeting, M&A, and diversification initiatives.

- Conduct scenario planning, sensitivity analysis, and risk assessments to guide strategic decisions.

- Advise on ROI improvement, capital allocation, and investment decisions.

6. Cost Optimization & Operational Efficiency:

- Identify and implement cost optimization initiatives across functions.

- Monitor key financial performance metrics and provide actionable insights for margin improvement.

7. Internal Controls & Risk Management:

- Strengthen internal control frameworks, audit processes, and risk mitigation strategies.

- Drive financial discipline, accountability, and governance across the finance function.

8. Accounting Systems & Technology :

- Implement and upgrade accounting and ERP systems to meet compliance and analytics needs.

- Ensure robust financial reporting, reconciliation, and consolidation practices.

- Leverage technology for automation and predictive financial analytics.

9. Leadership & Team Development:

- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team.

- Promote a culture of accountability, ethical practices, and collaboration.

- Act as a strategic business partner across functions to align financial strategy with corporate goals.

Desired Candidate Profile:

- Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA), Cost Accountant (ICWA), or MBA (Finance).

- Experience: Minimum 15 years in senior finance roles, with at least 5 years in a listed company, managing fundraising, capital markets, and investor relations.

- Proven expertise in banking, capital markets, regulatory compliance, and strategic financial planning.

- Strong understanding of Ind-AS, Companies Act, SEBI/LODR, FEMA, GST, and corporate governance.

- Hands-on experience with IPO, QIP, rights issue, debt raising, share buybacks, and ESOPs.

- Demonstrated ability to lead large finance teams and manage cross-functional stakeholders.

Key Skills & Knowledge:

- Fundraising across equity, debt, and hybrid instruments.

- Deep understanding of SEBI regulations, stock exchange compliance, corporate governance, and investor relations.

- Expertise in financial modeling, valuation, and capital market transactions.

- Strategic treasury management, risk mitigation, and capital allocation.

- Proficiency in ERP systems, financial consolidation tools, and analytics platforms.

- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

- Ability to translate financial insights into strategic business decisions.

Key Attributes:

- High integrity, transparency, and ethical standards.

- Proactive problem-solver with strong judgment and decision-making skills.

- Detail-oriented, structured, and deadline-driven.

- Strategic thinker capable of thriving in fast-paced, growth-oriented, publicly-listed environment.