Chief Financial Officer - CA

We are seeking a visionary and hands-on Group CFO to join the leadership team of a high-growth, tech-enabled business. The role is pivotal in scaling finance operations, strengthening governance, and preparing the organization for public markets. The ideal candidate is a first-attempt CA with a strong e-commerce background, capable of blending strategic thinking with operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Finance & Business Partnership

- Partner with the CEO and leadership team to drive financial strategy and long-term planning

- Lead corporate development, fundraising (equity and debt), and capital structuring decisions

- Provide actionable financial insights to support expansion, new initiatives, and investor expectations

IPO Readiness & Governance

- Spearhead the transformation of finance operations and reporting to meet public market standards

- Drive implementation of robust internal controls, financial governance, and compliance processes

- Prepare the company for IPO-readiness including audit rigor, disclosures, investor relations setup, and SEBI/IFRS readiness

Controllership & Compliance

- Ensure timely and accurate closing of books, consolidation across entities, and statutory compliance

- Own end-to-end controllership including audits, tax, legal, treasury, and secretarial functions

- Lead cross-border and multi-entity reporting structures with appropriate risk controls

Business Finance & Operational Excellence

- Lead budgeting, forecasting, FP&A, and performance tracking across business lines

- Drive efficiency in cost structures, cash flow management, and working capital optimization

- Own dashboards, financial KPIs, and investor reporting

Team Leadership & Systems Enablement

- Build and mentor a strong finance team across verticalsbusiness finance, controllership, legal, and procurement

- Oversee ERP/systems implementation, financial automation, and data integrity initiatives

Ideal Candidate Profile

- Chartered Accountant (First Attempt) mandatory

- 1015 years of progressive finance experience, including senior leadership roles in e-commerce or internet companies

- Demonstrated success in scaling finance functions in fast-paced, high-growth environments

- Strong grasp of e-commerce business models, revenue recognition, unit economics, and marketplace dynamics

- Experience in managing investors, preparing for capital markets, and navigating regulatory complexity

- Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Whats in It for You

- Lead the finance function of a rapidly scaling business preparing for public markets

- Opportunity to work closely with founders and investors to shape financial outcomes and strategic direction

- High ownership role with significant impact on valuation, governan