IoTechWorld Avigation - Chief Financial Officer

Job Title: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Gurugram, India

Company: IoTechWorld Avigation Pvt. Ltd.

Reports To: Director

Industry: Drone Technology | Manufacturing | Agri-Tech | Defence-Tech

About IoTechWorld Avigation Pvt. Ltd.

IoTechWorld is Indias leading drone technology company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and deployment of cutting-edge drones for agriculture, defence, logistics, and consumer applications.

We are backed by a vision to transform industries with indigenous innovation and scalable technology.

Role Overview

The CFO will play a strategic and operational leadership role, driving financial discipline, investor readiness, and compliance excellence.

This individual will be a key member of the leadership team, helping shape the companys growth trajectory in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Leadership

- Drive long-term financial planning aligned with the companys strategic goals.

- Act as a financial advisor to the CEO and Board, providing insights on business performance, fundraising, and capital allocation.

- Lead valuation modelling and investor relations during funding rounds.

Fundraising & Investor Management

- Prepare and present financials for venture capital, private equity, and government funding initiatives.

- Liaise with potential and current investors, financial institutions, and government agencies.

Financial Operations & Controls

- Establish and oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management processes.

- Ensure robust internal controls, cost optimization, and operational efficiencies across departments.

Compliance & Risk Management

- Ensure timely and accurate compliance with statutory, tax, audit, and regulatory requirements (e.g., MCA, GST, ROC, Income Tax, FEMA).

- Monitor risk exposure and lead risk mitigation strategies including insurance, forex, and legal frameworks.

ERP & Technology Integration

- Spearhead integration of ERP systems, MIS dashboards, and real-time reporting to support data-driven decision-making.

- Collaborate with tech teams to ensure financial oversight of R&D projects and drone manufacturing pipelines.

Qualifications & Skills

- CA / CMA / MBA (Finance) from a reputed institute; CFA is a plus.

- Minimum 12-15 years of progressive financial leadership experience, preferably in a tech/manufacturing or startup environment.

- Experience in fundraising (equity or debt), M&A, investor relations, and strategic finance.

- Strong understanding of Indian regulatory and compliance frameworks.

- High proficiency in financial modelling, ERP systems, and data analytics tools.

- Leadership presence, analytical rigor, and strong communication skills.

Preferred Attributes

- Experience in aerospace, electronics, defense, or hardware-tech industry.

- Exposure to government projects, subsidies, or public-private partnerships.

- Ability to work in a dynamic, high-growth startup environment.