Chief Financial Officer – CA/IIM/MDI/ISB CIEL HR

The Corporate Institute; Chennai District; On-site; INR 6,000,000 - 9,000,000; Full time

Job summary

The Corporate Institute in Chennai is seeking a seasoned Chief Financial Officer to drive fiscal strategy through hyper-growth. Based on site, you will partner with the CEO and Board, oversee the finance function, and lead high-stakes initiatives in capital markets and corporate finance.

You will manage fundraising, IPO preparation, and investor relations, ensuring financial health and governance while guiding cross-functional teams through rapid expansion.

Qualifications

• 15–20 years of progressive finance leadership experience.
• Proven track record in closing large funding rounds and IPO prep.
• Strong communication with investors and board.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end fundraising mandates by engaging with PE/VCs to secure growth capital.
• Direct the IPO preparation process, including regulatory compliance and equity story development.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and risk management for board insights.
• Cultivate relationships with analysts and regulators to maintain governance standards.

Skills

Capital markets

Investor relations

Corporate finance

Financial storytelling

Education

Chartered Accountant

MBA

Tools

Financial modeling (Excel)

IFRS/GAAP

Job description

Role Overview:

We are seeking a seasoned financial leader to serve as the Chief Financial Officer based in Chennai, tasked with steering the companys fiscal strategy through its next phase of hyper-growth. In this capacity, you will act as a strategic partner to the CEO and the Board, overseeing the entire finance function while spearheading high-stakes initiatives in capital markets and corporate finance. You will work closely with institutional investors, investment bankers, and internal leadership teams to ensure robust financial health and transparency. Your leadership will be pivotal in shaping the companys long-term value proposition, driving investor confidence, and executing complex financial maneuvers that position the organization for a successful public market entry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end fund-raising mandates by engaging with private equity and venture capital firms to secure the capital necessary for scaling operations.
• Direct the entire IPO preparation process, including regulatory compliance, financial restructuring, and equity story development to ensure a seamless transition to the public markets.
• Manage complex capital market transactions by collaborating with merchant bankers and legal advisors to optimize the companys capital structure and liquidity.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and risk management frameworks to provide the board with actionable insights that drive sustainable business outcomes.
• Cultivate strong relationships with external stakeholders, including analysts and regulatory bodies, to maintain market credibility and ensure adherence to corporate governance standards.

Required Skillset:

• Demonstrate deep expertise in corporate finance, with a proven track record of navigating the nuances of capital markets and successfully closing large-scale funding rounds.
• Exhibit exceptional communication and negotiation skills, capable of articulating complex financial narratives to sophisticated investors and board members.
• Possess a strong educational foundation, typically a Chartered Accountant or an MBA from a premier business school, complemented by 15 – 20 years of progressive experience in finance leadership.
• Display high adaptability and a hands-on leadership style, comfortable working in a high-pressure, on-site environment in Chennai while managing cross-functional teams.
• Maintain a strategic mindset that balances rigorous financial discipline with the agility required to support rapid business expansion and market entry.