Job Description - Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Company:

Position: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Mumbai, India

Industry: IT Services - specializing in Cybersecurity, Analytics, and Artificial Intelligence

Reporting to: Managing Director / Board of Directors

About - India Ltd.

- India Ltd. is a global leader in cybersecurity and digital transformation, empowering enterprises and governments to build secure, agile, and resilient digital ecosystems. Headquartered in Mumbai, - operates across India, ASEAN, the Middle East, Africa, North America, and Europe, combining deep domain expertise with advanced technologies to protect and transform organizations worldwide.

With five state-of-the-art Cyberfusion Centers strategically located in Mumbai, Chennai, Manila, Dubai, and Dallas, company ensures continuous 24x7 monitoring and threat intelligence delivery for its global clientele. The company's integrated offerings span cybersecurity consulting and managed services, identity and access management, cloud and infrastructure security, analytics, and AI-driven digital solutions.

Recognized for its robust execution and customer-centric approach, - partners with leading technology providers and delivers measurable outcomes through innovation, automation, and operational excellence. Its diverse portfolio of clients includes Fortune 500 companies, public sector institutions, and critical infrastructure entities.

A zero-debt organization with a proven record of profitable growth, - is now poised for its next phase of expansion-driven by strategic investments in global talent, advanced technologies, and co-innovation partnerships. With security at its core and transformation as its purpose, - stands as a trusted partner in shaping the digital future.

Role Overview

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will serve as a key member of company's global leadership team, responsible for shaping and executing the company's financial strategy in alignment with its growth ambitions across 50+ countries. The role demands a balance of strategic foresight and operational excellence, overseeing global finance functions while enabling business transformation, governance, and value creation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Strategy & Planning

- Formulate and execute the company's financial strategy in alignment with strategic objectives.

- Drive long-term planning, capital allocation, and business performance modelling.

- Support M&A, partnerships, and new business ventures.

- Provide actionable financial insights and intelligence for strategic decision-making.

- Engage closely with the Board, independent directors, PEs, and strategic partners.

- Lead digital transformation initiatives for data-driven financial governance.

- Provide oversight and strategic guidance to group companies and subsidiaries.

2. Financial Management & Control

- Oversee accounting, budgeting, forecasting, consolidation, and reporting across global entities.

- Ensure compliance with Ind-AS, IFRS, and local regulatory requirements.

- Strengthen internal controls, governance, and management information systems.

- Optimize capital structure, treasury operations, and cost of capital.

- Manage external audits and maintain transparent relations with auditors and regulators.

3. Working Capital & Cash Flow Management

- Own and optimize the working capital cycle as a key enabler of growth.

- Drive disciplined receivables management and minimize DSO.

- Manage banking relationships, facility renewals, and cash utilization efficiency.

- Implement effective payables, inventory, and project WIP management frameworks.

- Lead cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and prudent investment of surplus funds.

4. Governance, Compliance & Risk Management

- Ensure adherence to all statutory, tax, and regulatory obligations globally.

- Oversee risk management and business continuity frameworks.

- Maintain compliance for specialized domains like cybersecurity and government contracting.

- Anticipate and address regulatory developments impacting financial operations.

5. Strategic Transformation & IPO Readiness

- Lead financial transformation, corporate restructuring, and readiness for potential IPO.

- Oversee due diligence, investor communication, and compliance preparation.

- Drive ERP modernization, automation, and analytics adoption for finance operations.

- Champion initiatives for margin expansion and operational efficiency.

6. Leadership & Stakeholder Management

- Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board on strategic and financial matters.

- Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing global finance team.

- Foster strong engagement with banks, investors, analysts, and rating agencies.

- Cultivate a culture of integrity, accountability, and innovation within the finance function.

7. Key Requirements

- Experience: 20+ years post-qualification, including at least 5 years in senior finance leadership within IT / cybersecurity / technology services.

- Education: Chartered Accountant (CA) preferred; MBA/CPA/CFA a plus.

8. Expertise:

- Proven ability to lead complex, multi-country financial operations.

- Strong working capital and cash flow management track record.

- Exposure to IPOs, private equity, or fundraising activities.

- Experience with global tax, treasury, and compliance frameworks.

- Skills: Strategic finance, governance, financial modelling, investor relations, digital transformation.

- Sector Knowledge: Deep understanding of IT services, cybersecurity models, and international contracting.

9. Personal Attributes

- Strategic thinker with strong execution discipline.

- High integrity, resilience, and professional maturity.

- Strong commercial acumen and influence across business functions.

- Collaborative leadership style with a focus on team empowerment and results.