Head of Finance

Key Responsibilities 1. Finance Function Setup & Leadership Establish the Finance function from scratch including policies, SOPs, internal controls, and governance framework. Design and implement finance organization structure aligned with business objectives. Implement ERP, Loan Management System, and reporting infrastructure. Develop financial control framework and ensure operational efficiency. Act as a strategic advisor to leadership on financial and business matters.

2. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning. Develop financial models to support business strategy and growth. Monitor business performance including profitability, cost, and portfolio performance.

3. Accounting & Financial Reporting Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in compliance with: Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) Companies Act, 2013 Reserve Bank of India NBFC guidelines

4. Treasury & Fund Management Establish and manage treasury function including borrowing strategy and liquidity management. Raise funds from banks, financial institutions, and capital markets.

5. Regulatory Compliance Ensure full compliance with applicable NBFC regulations and regulatory filings. Monitor capital adequacy, leverage, and prudential norms. Manage regulatory reporting and filings with RBI. Liaise with regulators, auditors, and consultants.

6. Taxation Ensure compliance with corporate tax, GST, and TDS regulations. Manage tax planning and optimization. Handle tax assessments, audits, and regulatory matters.

7. Team Leadership Lead and manage the following team members: Manager – FP&A Manager – Accounting & Taxation Manager – Treasury Build, mentor, and develop a high-performance finance team. Establish performance goals and accountability framework.

8. Process, Controls & Governance Implement internal financial controls and risk management framework. Develop SOPs and policies for finance operations. Ensure strong governance and compliance culture.

9. Stakeholder Management Partner with CEO and leadership team for business decision support. Present financial performance to Board and senior management. Manage relationships with banks, auditors, consultants, and regulators.

Qualification Chartered Accountant (CA) – Mandatory

Experience 15+ years of relevant Finance experience Minimum 5+ years in leadership role Mandatory experience in NBFC, Banking, or Financial Services Experience in setting up Captive Finance or NBFC will be highly preferred