Deputy Chief Financial Officer

Role Overview

We are looking for a treasury professional with strong expertise in debt fund-raising to manage end-to-end borrowings, maintain banking relationships, and ensure optimal capital structure for the organization. The role will involve strategic fund-raising through banks, NBFCs, and capital markets to support business growth and working capital requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Debt Fund Raising

- Drive fund-raising initiatives (short-term & long-term debt) through banks, NBFCs, financial institutions, and capital markets.

- Structure and negotiate financing terms including interest rates, covenants, security, and repayment schedules.

- Evaluate and implement new debt instruments such as term loans, NCDs, CPs, ECBs, and working capital limits.

- Prepare and present fund-raising decks, credit notes, and financial models for lenders and rating agencies.

Treasury Operations

- Manage cash flow planning, liquidity management, and fund allocation.

- Optimize cost of borrowing while ensuring adequate liquidity for business operations.

- Monitor treasury KPIs leverage, coverage ratios, debt maturity profile, and covenant compliance.

- Implement hedging strategies for interest rate and currency exposures (if relevant).

Banking & Stakeholder Management

- Build and maintain strong relationships with bankers, rating agencies, and investors.

- Negotiate credit ratings, sanctions, renewals, and enhancements with financial institutions.

- Liaise with internal teams (finance, legal, operations) for documentation and compliance.

Governance & Compliance

- Ensure compliance with RBI, SEBI, Companies Act, and other regulatory requirements.

- Oversee timely repayment, interest servicing, and covenant reporting.

- Maintain audit-ready documentation for debt transactions.

Candidate Profile

- Chartered Accountant (CA) / MBA Finance with 712 years of relevant experience.

- Proven track record in debt fund-raising and treasury management.

- Strong financial modelling, negotiation, and relationship management skills.

- Experience in corporate finance, project finance, or capital markets preferred.