Chief financial officer

Key Responsibilities

Financial Strategy & Planning

Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the organization's business objectives. Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes. Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to the leadership team. Monitor financial performance and identify opportunities for cost optimization and revenue enhancement.

Project Finance & Fund Management

Manage project financing, working capital requirements, and fund utilization. Coordinate with banks, financial institutions, investors, and NBFCs for project funding and loan arrangements. Evaluate and structure financing options for ongoing and upcoming real estate projects. Monitor project cash flows and ensure adequate liquidity for business operations.

Financial Reporting & Controls

Oversee preparation and presentation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards, statutory requirements, and internal policies. Establish strong internal financial controls and risk management practices. Present MIS reports, financial analysis, and key business metrics to management.

Taxation & Compliance

Ensure compliance with GST, Income Tax, TDS, Companies Act, RERA, and other regulatory requirements. Coordinate with auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory authorities. Lead statutory audits, internal audits, and financial due diligence activities. Ensure timely filing of all statutory returns and compliance obligations.

Treasury & Cash Flow Management

Manage treasury operations, banking relationships, and cash flow planning. Optimize fund allocation and investment decisions. Monitor borrowing costs, debt servicing, and covenant compliance. Develop strategies for efficient working capital management.

Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management

Lead, mentor, and develop the Finance & Accounts team. Drive performance management and capability building within the department. Collaborate with project, sales, legal, procurement, and business teams. Maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders including banks, auditors, investors, and consultants.

Required Qualifications

CA / CMA / MBA (Finance) from a reputed institution. Additional qualifications in finance, taxation, or treasury management will be an advantage.

Experience

9+ years of progressive experience in Finance & Accounts. Minimum 5–8 years in a senior leadership role with team handling responsibility. Strong experience in Real Estate / Property Development industry. Proven experience in project finance, treasury, budgeting, taxation, and financial planning.

Key Skills & Competencies

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP& A) Project Finance & Fund Raising Treasury & Cash Flow Management Budgeting & Forecasting Financial Reporting & MIS GST, Income Tax & Regulatory Compliance RERA Compliance Risk Management & Internal Controls ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) Leadership & Team Management Stakeholder & Investor Relations Strategic Decision Making

Preferred Industry Exposure

Residential Projects Commercial Developments Mixed-Use Developments Township Projects Luxury Housing Projects Integrated Real Estate Developments

Team Handling

Lead and manage a team of Finance Managers, Accounts Managers, Accountants, and Finance Executives. Drive departmental efficiency, process improvements, and succession planning.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Budget adherence and cost optimization. Timely closure of accounts and reporting. Effective cash flow and working capital management. Successful project funding and financial structuring. Compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. Team productivity and development.

This role is ideal for a senior finance leader capable of driving financial excellence, project funding strategies, and business growth in a dynamic real estate development environment.