VP Finance

We are seeking an experienced executive to lead/support the organization's financial strategy, business planning, capital management, investor engagement, banking relationships, and corporate governance framework. The executive will serve as a key member of the leadership team, driving sustainable growth, profitability, financial discipline, and long-term value creation while ensuring regulatory compliance and effective stakeholder management.

Key Responsibilities / KRAs

1. Financial Strategy & Business Planning

• Develop and execute the organization's financial strategy aligned with business objectives.
  
• Partner with the CFO and leadership team on long-term growth plans, investments, and expansion initiatives.
  
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
  
• Drive annual operating plans, business forecasting, and profitability improvement initiatives.
  

2. Lead Banking & Financial Institution Relations

• Build and maintain strong relationships with banks, financial institutions, NBFCs, and lending partners.
  
• Lead negotiations related to working capital facilities, term loans, project financing, and other funding requirements.
  
• Evaluate financing structures and funding alternatives to support business growth.
  
• Ensure compliance with banking covenants and reporting requirements.
  

3. Lead Investor Relations & Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary financial interface with investors, promoters, board members, private equity partners, and other stakeholders.
  
• Prepare and present business performance updates, financial outlooks, and strategic initiatives.
  
• Lead fundraising activities, investment discussions, and due diligence processes.
  
• Drive transparent communication and build investor confidence.
  

4. Lead Compliance, Governance & Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to all statutory, regulatory, corporate, and financial compliance requirements.
  
• Strengthen corporate governance frameworks and internal financial controls.
  
• Monitor changes in regulatory requirements and assess their impact on the business.
  
• Lead enterprise risk identification, assessment, and mitigation initiatives.
  
• Coordinate with legal, secretarial, taxation, and compliance teams to ensure organizational compliance.
  

5. Lead Strategic Fund Raising & Capital Structure

• Evaluate capital requirements and recommend optimal capital structure strategies.
  
• Lead equity raising, debt raising, strategic investments, mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures.
  
• Participate in valuation exercises, transaction structuring, and financial due diligence activities.
  
• Drive initiatives that improve enterprise value and shareholder returns.
  

6. Board & Leadership Support

• Prepare financial and strategic presentations for the Board and senior leadership.
  
• Provide recommendations on investment decisions, expansion plans, and strategic priorities.
  
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and leadership team on financial and business matters.
  

7. Support CFO in Working Capital Management

• Cash Flow Management, Treasury management
  
• Lead working capital optimization across receivables, payables, inventory, and cash conversion cycles.
  
• Monitor liquidity requirements and ensure adequate funding for business operations.
  
• Establish controls and processes to improve cash flow efficiency and reduce capital lock-up.
  
• Drive initiatives to enhance return on capital employed (ROCE).
  

8. Support CFO in Business Performance & Commercial Finance

• Monitor business performance against budgets and strategic goals.
  
• Establish financial KPIs and performance dashboards for leadership review.
  
• Identify opportunities for margin enhancement, cost optimization, and operational efficiency.
  
• Support commercial decision-making through financial analysis and business insights.
  

Desired Candidate Profile

• Chartered Accountant (preferably also a CS)
  
• 15–20 years of progressive leadership experience in finance.
  
• Proven experience in financial strategy, working capital management, banking relations, investor relations, compliance, and fundraising.
  
• Strong exposure to interactions with banks, financial institutions, investors, private equity firms, and boards.
  
• Demonstrated experience in supporting business growth, profitability enhancement, and strategic initiatives.
  
• Strong analytical, negotiation, stakeholder management, and leadership capabilities.
  

Reporting Structure

Reports To: CFO