Head fo Finance

Company Overview Industry: Personal Care / D2C (Direct-to-Consumer) Founded: 2023 Headquarters: Mumbai, India Company Size: Approximately 11–50 employees Business Model: Primarily D2C through its own e-commerce platform, supported by content-led marketing and creator-driven community buildingFinance is not just a support function here - it's central to strategy, decision-making, and scaling the businesssustainably. We are seeking a Finance & Strategy Lead who combines sharp financial expertise with strategic vision,and who has the credibility to partner with senior leaders and the board. This role is designed for someone withfuture CFO potential.Key Responsibilities Strategic Finance & Business Partnering ●Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance management.●Partner directly with business leaders on strategic initiatives, investment cases, and growth opportunities.●Present business performance, insights, and recommendations to the CEO, board, and senior leadership team.●Act as a thought partner to challenge assumptions, evaluate risks, and ensure robust decision-making. Corporate Finance & Growth Strategy ●Drive capital allocation, fundraising, and investor relations strategy.●Lead financial due diligence, scenario analysis, and long-term planning.●Provide insights on market trends, competitive positioning, and strategic growth opportunities.Financial Control & Governance ●Ensure strong compliance, risk management, and governance frameworks.●Oversee accounting, audits, tax, and regulatory requirements with internal teams and external advisors.●Continuously improve financial systems, reporting accuracy, and process scalability.Leadership & Influence ●Mentor and build a high-performing finance team with scalable systems.●Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and executive team.●Engage effectively with the board and external stakeholders, demonstrating credibility and the ability to hold ground in strategic discussions.●Evolve into a broader leadership role with increasing ownership of finance and operations.Reporting & Financial Insights ●Manage the end-to-end MIS process, providing precise reporting across P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.●Monitor liquidity by tracking burn rates and runway to ensure the leadership team has absolute visibility into working capital.●Develop board materials and investor communications, distilling complex financial results into a compelling narrative regarding performance and future outlook.●Function as the lead liaison for investor diligence while overseeing that all statutory audits and reporting remain compliant and timely.Qualifications & Skills ●Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification strongly preferred; CFA/MBA Finance a plus.●Strong track record in financial modeling, capital raising, and strategic problem-solving.●Demonstrated ability to work with boards, investors, and senior leadership teams.●Exceptional communication, influence, and stakeholder management skills.●Entrepreneurial mindset with ambition to step into a CFO role in the near future.