Chief Financial Officer - CA/IIM/ISB/MDI/FMS

Description:

We are looking for a strategic and business-oriented Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the financial function, drive long-term growth strategy, and strengthen corporate governance. The role requires a leader who can build high-performing global teams, drive financial transformation, and partner closely with the CEO and board to scale the business.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Strategy & Leadership:

- Drive overall financial strategy, planning, and execution aligned with business goals

- Act as a key advisor to the CEO and leadership team on growth, investments, and profitability

- Lead long-term strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting

Business Finance & Growth:

- Partner with business teams to drive revenue growth, margin improvement, and cost optimization

- Enable data-driven decision-making through financial insights and analytics

- Support expansion strategies including new markets, categories, and business models

Corporate Governance & Compliance:

- Strengthen corporate governance frameworks and financial controls

- Ensure compliance with regulatory, statutory, and audit requirements

- Work closely with auditors, board members, and external stakeholders

Financial Operations & Reporting:

- Oversee financial reporting, MIS, and performance tracking

- Ensure accurate and timely financial statements and disclosures

- Drive automation and efficiency in finance processes

Fundraising & Investor Management:

- Lead fundraising initiatives, investor relations, and stakeholder communication

- Manage relationships with investors, banks, and financial institutions

- Support capital allocation and strategic investment decisions

- Lead the company's end-to-end IPO process, including DRHP preparation, due diligence, and coordination with bankers, lawyers, and advisors.

Transformation & Team Leadership:

- Build and lead high-performing finance teams across geographies

- Drive finance transformation, systems implementation, and process improvements

- Foster a culture of accountability, performance, and innovation

M&A & Strategic Initiatives:

- Evaluate and execute mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and partnerships

- Lead financial due diligence and deal structuring

- Support board-level strategic initiatives and expansion plans

Required Qualifications:

- Chartered Accountant (CA) - Mandatory

- MBA (preferred, especially from Tier-1 institutes)

- 15- 22+ years of progressive experience in finance leadership roles

Key Skills:

- Financial Strategy & Planning

- Business Finance & P&L Management

- Corporate Governance

- Financial Reporting & Controls

- Fundraising & Investor Relations

- M&A & Strategic Finance

- Leadership & Stakeholder Management

- Listed Company Experience