Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - India

Overview

We are seeking a highly strategic and commercially driven Divisional Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the finance function for our India operations and support the Group’s long-term growth, funding and capital markets strategy.

The ideal candidate will come from a listed company or investment banking/capital markets background and possess strong experience in fundraising, investor engagement, financial structuring and IPO readiness. The successful individual must be capable of leading funding discussions, preparing institutional-grade investor materials, presenting to investors, and managing the full fundraising lifecycle from preparation through execution.

This is a highly visible leadership role requiring a strong combination of operational finance expertise, capital markets knowledge, commercial acumen and executive presence.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Finance Leadership

• Lead and oversee the finance function for the India division.
• Act as a key strategic advisor to senior leadership on growth, investments and financing strategy.
• Drive financial planning, forecasting, budgeting and long-term business planning.
• Support business expansion, acquisitions, restructuring and strategic partnerships.

Capital Raising & Investor Relations

• Lead capital raising initiatives including equity, debt and structured financing transactions.
• Prepare and deliver investor presentations, financial models, pitch decks and fundraising materials.
• Present directly to investors, banks, private equity funds, institutional investors and strategic partners.
• Build and manage relationships with investment banks, venture capital firms, private equity houses and lenders.
• Support fundraising negotiations, valuation discussions and transaction structuring.
• Coordinate due diligence processes with external advisors, auditors and legal counsel.
• Drive investor readiness and financial storytelling for potential strategic investments or IPO processes.
• Support treasury strategy and optimisation of the Group’s capital structure.

IPO & Capital Markets

• Lead or support IPO preparation and public listing readiness initiatives.
• Prepare the organisation for listed-company governance and reporting standards:
• Coordinate with merchant bankers, stock exchanges, regulators and advisors during IPO or fundraising transactions.
• Ensure readiness for public market reporting, governance and compliance obligations.
• Develop robust financial controls and reporting frameworks aligned with capital market expectations.

Financial Reporting & Governance

• Ensure compliance with Indian accounting standards, Companies Act requirements and applicable regulatory obligations.
• Oversee statutory reporting, audits, tax compliance and internal controls.
• Strengthen governance frameworks and financial risk management processes.

Treasury & Commercial Finance

• Manage banking relationships, liquidity planning and working capital optimisation.
• Support financing structures, trade finance and strategic funding requirements.
• Monitor cash flow, financial risks and funding requirements across the business.

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, ACCA or equivalent.
• 12+ years of progressive finance leadership experience.
• Strong exposure to capital raising, investor relations and funding transactions.
•   Proven experience preparing and presenting investment pitches and fundraising presentations.
• Experience working with investors, banks, private equity, venture capital or institutional lenders.
• Prior experience in a listed company, investment banking, private equity or IPO environment strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience either:
• leading IPO execution; or preparing a privately held company for listing/readiness.

Preferred Background

• Experience in commodities, trading, infrastructure, energy, manufacturing or fast-growth multinational businesses is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of Indian capital markets and regulatory frameworks.
• International exposure and cross-border financing experience preferred.

Key Skills

• Strong executive presence and presentation skills
• Excellent investor communication capabilities
• Strategic and commercial mindset
• Strong financial modelling and analytical skills
• Leadership and stakeholder management
• Ability to operate in high-growth entrepreneurial environments
• Strong negotiation and fundraising capabilities

• Chance to assume a pivotal leadership position in a rapidly expanding global organization
• Involvement in strategic financing, IPOs, and capital market activities
• Significant exposure to senior executives and investors
• Attractive compensation package with prospects for long-term advancement