Description:

This position is with one of our portfolio companies located in Mumbai.

Role description:

We seek a seasoned Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead all financial functions of a rapidly growing company portfolio organization, driving strategic financial planning, capital management, and operational excellence. The CFO will act as a key business partner to the CEO, Board, and leadership team, shaping financial strategy that aligns with aggressive growth ambitions and dynamic market conditions.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring proven expertise in managing financial operations across accounting, FP&A, treasury, risk, compliance, and investor relationships, with a strong focus on navigating India-specific regulatory, tax, and funding landscapes.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Financial Leadership:

- Develop and execute the companys financial strategy to enable rapid scaling and long-term value creation in the Indian and global markets.

- Advise the CEO and Board on capital structure, funding strategies, and financial risk management that reflect evolving market dynamics and regulatory requirements.

- Lead strategic initiatives including fundraising, IPO preparations tailored for Indias capital markets.

M&A and Corporate Finance:

- Lead end-to-end financial due diligence, valuation, and integration for domestic and cross-border M&A, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.

- Shape financial modelling and scenario analysis for inorganic growth opportunities.

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):

- Drive budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis aligned with business KPIs.

- Partner with commercial, operations, and product teams to translate market realities into actionable financial insights.

Accounting, Compliance & Taxation:

- Oversee the finance function ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS), GST, corporate tax laws, and other statutory requirements.

- Manage audits, liaison with tax authorities and regulatory bodies, and ensure robust internal controls.

Treasury & Working Capital Optimization:

- Optimize cash flow, working capital, and banking relationships with Indian financial institutions.

- Manage foreign exchange risks relevant to cross-border transactions and fundraising.

Risk Management & Controls:

- Identify, evaluate, and mitigate financial risks specific to the Indian business environment including regulatory, market, and operational risks.

- Strengthen internal controls and compliance with corporate governance, anti-bribery laws, and data privacy norms.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Minimum 15+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a CFO or equivalent senior finance role.

- CA qualification is mandatory.

- Should have working experience in hospitals/labs/diagnostics/clinics or any retail companies.

- Should have raised fund equity/debt from institutional/banks/PE/VC.