CFO

• Head the Finance function for a high-growth company in the EV space
• Own banking, fund raising and manage stakeholder relationships

About Our Client

The organisation operates in the automotive industry and is based in Pune.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Strategy & Business Planning

Drive the overall financial direction of the organisation.

• Lead annual business planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes
• Cost accounting and ensuring oversight over commodity pricing in tandem with Supply Chain team
• Develop long-term financial models supporting growth and expansion plans
• Provide strategic recommendations on capital deployment and business investments
• Drive profitability improvement and return on capital optimisation
• Support strategic decision-making through financial analysis and insights

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• Banking & Debt Management

Develop and manage relationships with financial institutions and lending partners.

• Secure working capital and project financing facilities
• Lead discussions with banks, NBFCs, and structured finance providers
• Manage treasury, liquidity planning, and cash flow forecasting
• Optimise capital structure and financing costs
• Ensure sufficient capital availability to support business growth
• Strategic Partnerships & Corporate Development

Support the company's growth agenda through strategic transactions and partnerships.

• Evaluate strategic investment opportunities and partnerships
• Assess joint ventures, acquisitions, and inorganic growth opportunities
• Lead financial due diligence and transaction evaluation processes
• Develop business cases for new investments and expansion initiatives
• Support strategic collaborations across the EV ecosystem
• Fund Raising & Capital Strategy

Lead the company's capital raising initiatives across equity, debt, and structured financing opportunities.

Responsibilities include

• Developing and executing the company's fund-raising road map
• Leading fundraising discussions with VCs, Private Equity funds, Strategic Investors, Family Offices, and Infrastructure Investors
• Managing due diligence processes and investor evaluation exercises
• Structuring financing transactions aligned with growth plans
• Supporting negotiations, term sheet discussions, and transaction closure
• Investor Relations

Act as the primary finance interface for existing and prospective investors.

Responsibilities include

• Building and managing strong relationships with investors and stakeholders
• Preparing board presentations, investor updates, and fundraising materials
• Driving transparency through financial and business performance reporting
• Supporting investor queries, diligence requests, and strategic reviews
• Managing stakeholder communications during growth and fundraising cycles
• Governance, Controls & Compliance

Establish a robust finance and governance framework suitable for a scaling enterprise.

• Drive financial governance and risk management practices
• Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and corporate requirements
• Strengthen internal controls, policies, and reporting systems
• Oversee audit management and stakeholder reporting requirements
• Build investor-grade finance processes and controls
• Performance Management & Commercial Finance

Drive financial discipline across the organisation.

• Establish KPI-driven performance management processes
• Monitor business unit performance, profitability, and cash generation
• Partner with functional leaders on investment decisions and resource allocation
• Develop dashboards for business performance tracking
• Enable data-driven decision-making across the leadership team

CXO & Board Engagement

Build strong relationships with

• Board Members
• Existing and Prospective Investors
• Banks and Financial Institutions
• External Auditors and Regulatory Stakeholders
• Venture Capital & Private Equity Funds
• Strategic Partners and Advisors

Leadership Responsibilities

• Build and lead a high-performing finance organisation
• Develop FP&A, Treasury, Investor Relations, Control, and Compliance capabilities
• Establish governance frameworks required for scale and institutional capital
• Partner closely with the CEO on strategic planning and growth initiatives
• Mentor future finance leaders and build a performance-driven culture

The Successful Applicant

~15 years of experience in

• Corporate Finance, CFO leadership roles, Strategic Finance or Investment Banking
• High-growth businesses in Automotive (EVs preferable), manufacturing, mobility, infrastructure, renewable energy or technology sectors

Preferred Background

• Prior experience working with promoters, founders, and investors in fast-scaling businesses
• Proven track record in raising significant debt and equity capital
• Experience managing investor relations with institutional investors and boards
• Exposure to startup, growth-stage, or scale-up environments
• Strong experience in financial modelling, capital planning, and fundraising transactions
• Exposure to strategic partnerships, M&A, or corporate development initiatives

What's on Offer

• A permanent role in the automotive industry.
• An opportunity to lead the financial operations of the company.
• Based in Pune, with the chance to work in a varied environment.

If this role aligns with your skills and goals, we encourage you to apply.