VP of Finance

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – SaaS Company

Education : CA (Mandatory) Exp Level - 15- 23 years (Max exp 25 years) Domain -

SaaS / Technology driven business (Mandatory)

Role Overview Our client is hiring a CFO who will serve as a strategic partner to the founders and leadership team, driving

financial strategy, growth enablement, and investor confidence

. This role demands a forward-looking leader with a strong business/product growth mindset, capable of balancing top-line acceleration with disciplined financial stewardship.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Leadership & Value Creation Own financial strategy to enable ARR growth, supporting investment decisions with robust forecasting and scenario planning. Lead financial due diligence, fundraising (Series A/B), and investor relations, ensuring transparency and credibility. Drive annual budgeting and resource allocation aligned with company objectives to maximize organizational performance. Execute pricing optimization and SaaS migration strategies, delivering measurable revenue uplift. Manage liquidity, cash flow, and investment strategies to safeguard stability during market downturns. Develop high-impact board presentations and MIS reports, strengthening stakeholder confidence and enabling informed decisions.

Business Performance & Decision Support Partner with the CEO and founders to shape operational cadence and reporting frameworks. Provide strategic advice to challenge authority, investors, and the board, acting as a co-owner of growth strategy. Implement profitability analysis across products, departments, and regions to drive data-backed portfolio decisions. Lead investment evaluations and ROI maximization initiatives to fuel sustainable growth. Contribute to margin improvement through cost optimization and efficiency programs.

Governance & Compliance Ensure compliance frameworks and processes are robust, while digitizing financial operations for scalability. Enhance investor reporting and corporate governance to support growth plans and international expansion.

Candidate Profile Chartered accountant

with

15 + years

experience as CFO/ Head of Finance with a proven track record in SaaS or technology-driven businesses with ARR-focused growth strategies. Demonstrated success in fundraising, investor management, and delivering value creation (PE/VC exits preferred). Strong ability to challenge and influence senior stakeholders while maintaining collaborative leadership. Expertise in financial modelling, pricing strategy, and operational efficiency. Growth-oriented mindset with comfort in managing burn while prioritizing top-line acceleration. Possesses a well‑established career history marked by continuity and few transitions.