Diversity candidates will be preferred

Should be in a strategic /decision-making role currently

The Opportunity:

This is a high-impact leadership role offering the opportunity to shape the financial future of one of India's premier telecom infrastructure companies. The ideal candidate will be both a strategic thinker and a hands-on leader capable of driving transformation in a fast-paced, evolving market.

Position: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Corporate Office - Bangalore

Reporting To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Experience: 15-20 Years

Educational Qualifications: CA / ICWA / CPA / MBA (Finance)

Role Summary:

The Chief Financial Officer will be a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for providing strategic financial direction, ensuring robust governance, and managing the overall financial health of the organization. The CFO will play a crucial role in driving sustainable growth, managing investor relations, and ensuring full regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic & Financial Leadership

- Lead all aspects of financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting, including Annual Operating Plans (AOPs) and Long-Range Strategic Plans.

- Provide high-quality financial and strategic advice to the CEO and board.

- Lead the evaluation of strategic investments, M&A, and business expansion opportunities.

- Drive cost control and operational efficiency across the organization.

- Financial Operations & Control

- Oversee end-to-end Finance & Accounts operations including treasury, tax, controllership, and reporting.

- Ensure timely preparation and review of MIS reports, financial statements, and audit documentation.

- Implement systems, policies, and processes for financial governance, internal controls, and compliance.

Regulatory & Compliance

- Ensure full compliance with Indian accounting standards, tax laws, regulatory guidelines, and statutory obligations (both tax and non-tax).

- Coordinate with internal and external auditors; manage board and audit committee interactions.

Capital Management

- Build and maintain strong relationships with banks, financial institutions, private equity firms, and other funding partners.

- Manage capital structuring, debt raising, and working capital requirements.

Cross-functional Leadership

- Collaborate with procurement, legal, operations, and commercial teams to vet contracts and investments from a financial lens.

- Drive cross-functional cost optimization and strategic decision-making.

- Represent Finance in all key leadership and cross-functional forums.

Required Experience & Knowledge:

- Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in Finance & Accounts, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership/CXO role.

- Deep understanding of the Indian telecom industry - from both operator and regulatory perspectives.

- Proven track record in driving financial performance in a competitive and capital-intensive environment.

- Hands-on experience in managing large teams, financial systems, audits, and statutory compliance.

Functional Competencies:

- Strategic Financial Management

- Budgeting, Forecasting, and Financial Modeling

- Risk & Compliance Management

- Fundraising and Banking Relationship Management

- Tax Planning (Direct & Indirect)

- Regulatory Compliance (DoT, TRAI, etc.)

Leadership & Soft Skills:

- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills

- Excellent communication and stakeholder management

- Team-building and people development capabilities

- High integrity and attention to detail

- Ability to drive cross-functional collaboration

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Mitali Banerjea

Director at Xperia Executive Search LLP

Last Active: 09 September 2025

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