Head of finance

We are looking for a dynamic and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead our client organization's Finance, Accounts, Audit, Compliance and Secretarial functions. About the Role The ideal candidate will be a qualified Chartered Accountant with 20+ years of experience, preferably in a consumer-facing industry (FMCG, Retail, Consumer Durables), and should have hands-on exposure to IPO planning, fund-raising, and investor relations. Familiarity with financial technology tools like SAP HANA and Salesforce is highly preferred. Responsibilities Lead overall financial strategy, planning, budgeting, and forecasting Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements Oversee financial controls, cash flow management, working capital optimization, and margin improvement Lead internal and statutory audits, ensure risk management and adherence to corporate governance norms Manage all regulatory, tax, and secretarial compliances under Companies Act, Income Tax, GST, etc. Prepare and lead the company’s IPO readiness – including audit, documentation, due diligence, and roadshows Lead fund-raising initiatives – equity, debt, structured financing – and manage relationships with banks, VCs, PEs, and financial institutions Collaborate with external stakeholders such as legal advisors, merchant bankers, and auditors Manage Board communications, investor presentations, and performance reporting Drive finance digitization and automation using tools like SAP HANA, Salesforce, and BI dashboards Qualifications Qualified CA with a minimum of 20 years of relevant experience Required Skills Proven leadership in consumer-facing industries (e.g., FMCG, Retail, D2 C) Demonstrated track record of fund-raising and capital market exposure (IPO experience preferred) Strong understanding of financial laws, Indian accounting standards, and compliance frameworks Tech-savvy with working knowledge of SAP HANA, Salesforce, Excel, and modern finance tools Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills Preferred Skills CFO Chartered Accountant Finance Strategy IPO Fund Raising SAP HANA Salesforce Corporate Governance Audit & Compliance Financial Planning Consumer Industry Treasury Investor Relations Budgeting Risk Management