Role Overview:

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will be a key member of the leadership team, responsible for driving the financial strategy, operational efficiency, and long-term business planning. The role demands deep financial acumen, strong business partnering capabilities, and proven experience in managing growth-oriented, investor-backed companies.

Key Responsibilities:

- 1. Strategic & Financial Leadership

- Lead overall financial performance management of the business.

- Partner with senior leadership to define and execute growth and profitability roadmaps.

- Support strategic decision-making through actionable financial insights and risk assessment.

- 2. Financial Planning & Analysis - Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling at business unit, product line, and brand levels. - Monitor key business levers and financial KPIs to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.

- 3. Working Capital & Treasury Management

- Optimize working capital and cash flow management. - Plan and secure short-term and long-term financing through banks and alternate sources.

- Structure vendor financing arrangements for peak business cycles and long-term growth.

- 4. Vendor Finance & Experience

- Ensure On-Time-In-Full (OTIF) vendor payments and timely closure of reconciliations. - Collaborate with business teams to improve vendor terms (margins and credit period) and drive vendor satisfaction.

- 5. Cost & Cash Flow Optimization

- Drive cost reduction initiatives in partnership with operations and procurement teams. - Improve Free Cash Flows through margin expansion, inventory planning, and operating cost management.

- 6. Statutory Compliance & Risk Management - Ensure 100% compliance with direct and indirect tax regulations. - Stay updated and ensure implementation of changes in financial regulations and tax laws.

- Liaise with auditors, legal counsel, and regulatory authorities as required.

- 7. Stakeholder & Service Provider Engagement

- Manage relationships with financial institutions, investors, and external service providers.

- Oversee engagements with Technology Service Providers (TSP) and lead steering committee reviews.

Qualifications & Skills:

- Chartered Accountant (CA) or MBA in Finance from a reputed institute.

- Proven experience in financial leadership roles in high-growth organizations.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to influence stakeholders and manage cross-functional teams.

- Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.