Head - Finance - D2C/Retail/FMCG/eCommerce - CA

As a Head of Finance , the candidate will have the end-to-end financial strategy, performance, and governance of a fast-growing luxury D2C brand. This role demands strong business acumen, financial discipline, and the ability to build scalable systems for a company expanding across e-commerce, retail, and wholesale channels. You will partner with leadership to drive profitability, optimize cash flow, strengthen financial controls, and build a future-ready financial foundation that supports sustainable growth.

KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

- P&L ownership and deep understanding of omnichannel business models

- Strong expertise in cash flow management, budgeting, and forecasting

- Ability to build and scale ERP, dashboards, and automated financial systems

- Strong grasp of unit economics for D2C, retail, and online marketing

- Experience in fundraising, investor reporting, and due diligence preparedness

- Knowledge of Indian taxation, GST, audits, and statutory compliance

- Strong analytical ability with a structured, strategic problem-solving mindset

- Leadership capability to manage, mentor, and scale the finance function

- Comfort with fast-paced, lean, and evolving setups

QUALIFICATIONS

- Education: CA Qualified

- Experience: 10+ years in senior finance leadership roles within D2C, retail, FMCG, or e-commerce

- Tools/Skills: Financial modelling, ERP systems, BI dashboards, advanced analytics

- Preferred: Experience in luxury, premium lifestyle, or high-growth startup environments

- Availability: On-site leadership role requiring strong collaboration across teams