CFO - IPO Process & Charted Accountants - Reputed Manufacturing

JOB DESCRIPTION

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Industry: Manufacturing

Location: Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu

Compensation: Up to 30 LPA Fixed + 6 LPA Variable

Total CTC: Up to 36 LPA

About the Opportunity

We are looking for an accomplished and strategically driven Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for a reputed manufacturing company based in Coimbatore.

The CFO will play a pivotal leadership role in strengthening the company's financial framework, driving financial strategy, leading fundraising initiatives and spearheading the organisation's IPO readiness and execution journey.

The ideal candidate should possess strong expertise in capital markets, IPO processes, fundraising, due diligence, corporate governance, financial planning and regulatory compliance, particularly SEBI regulations.

This is an exciting opportunity for a finance leader who can partner with the management team to drive sustainable business growth, enhance corporate value and prepare the organisation for the public markets.

Key Responsibilities

1. IPO Readiness & Capital Markets Primary Focus

• Lead the organisation's overall IPO readiness strategy and execution.
• Coordinate with merchant bankers, investment bankers, legal advisors, auditors and other IPO intermediaries.
• Drive preparation of IPO documentation, financial disclosures and regulatory submissions.
• Ensure compliance with SEBI regulations, applicable listing requirements and stock exchange guidelines.
• Strengthen financial reporting systems, internal controls and governance frameworks in preparation for listing.
• Oversee financial due diligence, business valuation and IPO-related financial assessments.
• Support DRHP/RHP preparation and coordination with relevant stakeholders.

2. Fundraising & Private Equity

• Develop and execute fundraising strategies to support business expansion.
• Manage relationships with private equity investors, institutional investors, banks and financial institutions.
• Lead debt and equity fundraising initiatives.
• Evaluate investment proposals, capital structure and funding alternatives.
• Coordinate investor presentations, financial models and investment documentation.

3. Financial Planning & Strategic Management

• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning.
• Develop financial strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Monitor profitability, margins, cash flows and financial performance.
• Provide strategic financial insights to the Board and senior management.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimisation and improved financial efficiency.

4. Due Diligence & Corporate Governance

• Lead financial, statutory and operational due diligence activities.
• Establish robust internal audit and financial control mechanisms.
• Ensure compliance with Companies Act, SEBI regulations, taxation and other applicable statutory requirements.
• Strengthen corporate governance practices, financial transparency and risk management.
• Coordinate with statutory auditors, internal auditors and legal advisors.

5. Working Capital & Treasury Management

• Optimise working capital, receivables, payables and inventory management.
• Manage cash flow, liquidity, banking relationships and treasury operations.
• Develop strategies to improve cash conversion cycles.
• Monitor borrowing costs and financing arrangements.

6. Leadership & Business Partnership

• Lead the finance and accounts function.
• Partner with business heads and the management team on strategic decisions.
• Build a high-performance finance team.
• Drive financial discipline, accountability and process improvements across the organisation.

Educational Qualifications

Candidates with any of the following qualifications are encouraged to apply:

• Chartered Accountant (CA)
• ICWA / CMA
• CA Inter
• MBA in Finance

Desired Experience & Competencies

• Strong experience in corporate finance and financial leadership.
• Demonstrated exposure to IPO readiness, IPO execution or capital market transactions.
• Good understanding of SEBI regulations and corporate governance requirements.
• Experience in fundraising, private equity transactions and financial due diligence.
• Strong expertise in financial planning, budgeting and working capital management.
• Exposure to manufacturing operations and financial management will be an advantage.
• Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation and strategic decision-making skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Fixed CTC: Up to 30 Lakhs per annum.
• Variable CTC: Up to 6 Lakhs per annum.
• Total Compensation: Up to 36 Lakhs per annum.

Compensation will be based on the candidate's experience, qualifications and suitability for the role.

Interested candidates can share their updated CV with:

SAI HR CONSULTANTS

Contact Person: Sainath Jayaram

Founder & CEO, SAI HR CONSULTANTS

Mobile: 8015088704

Email: sainathjayaram95@gmail.com