Chief Financial Officer

About ZOOM Communications:

Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Gurugram, ZOOM Communications is South Asia's largest Outdoor Broadcast Systems, Solutions, Services and Integration company. With over three decades of illustrious track record, ZOOM has firmly established itself as an Asian broadcasting powerhouse with a strong global imprint.

ZOOM has served a diverse clientele spanning Sports Federations, Host Broadcasters, Rights Holders, Broadcast Networks, News Networks and the Public Sector. Its core service verticals include:

·      Outside Broadcast (OB) & Flyaway/Flypack Operations – From analog to UHD/4K, including Super Slow-Motion and IP-based broadcast technologies

·      Systems Integration – Turnkey long-term installations and Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) facility management for broadcast networks

·      Equipment Hire – Dry and wet hire of state-of-the-art HD/UHD broadcast equipment globally

·      Content Creation – Feature films, documentaries, and infotainment content for television, OTT, corporates, and advertising

Some of ZOOM's landmark engagements include but are not limited to the Olympic Games (Summer & Winter), FIFA events (including FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017), Asian Games (Jakarta 2018), Commonwealth Games 2010, Pan American Games, Indian Premier League (IPL), the Indian Super League (ISL), Women's Premier League (WPL), Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL), National Games, Big Boss, Indian Idol, and the build-out of studios for India's leading news channels.

About the Role

We are seeking an entrepreneurial, seasoned, strategically oriented Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our leadership team at ZOOM Communications. The CFO, a key member of a rapidly growing executive team, will drive financial strategy, governance, capital allocation, and long-term value creation. This is a high-impact role suited for a finance leader with a proven track record in large organisations and exposure to capital markets, M&A, and international financial risk management.

Location: Gurugram

Reporting To: Chief Operating Officer

Engagement Type: Full-Time

Team Size: 7–10 

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Financial Strategy & Business Partnership:

·      Define and own the company's long-term financial strategy in alignment with overall business goals

·      Serve as a strategic co-pilot to the executive team, providing data-driven analysis and insights for major business decisions, including capital allocation, geographic expansion, and new business initiatives

·      Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting cycles; present financial performance and outlook to the Board

·      Evaluate and recommend optimal capital structure, balancing growth ambition with cost of capital

2. Fundraising – Debt & Private Equity:

·      Lead and manage the entire lifecycle of debt fundraising: working capital, term loans, ECB, NCDs, and structured finance instruments

·      Drive private equity fundraising processes, including preparation of investment materials, management presentations, financial models, and deal negotiations

·      Build and maintain strong relationships with banks, NBFCs, PE/VC investors, DFIs, and credit rating agencies

·      Manage banking covenants, compliance with lender obligations, and timely financial reporting to debt providers

3. IPO Preparedness:

·      Lead end-to-end IPO readiness assessment, financial restatements, and compliance with SEBI, ICDR, and LODR regulations

·      Coordinate preparation of the Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) with investment bankers, legal advisors, auditors, and merchant bankers

·      Oversee investor roadshows, analyst briefings, and pre-IPO governance framework upgrades

·      Establish robust disclosure practices, board reporting standards, and investor communication protocols aligned with public company requirements

4. Mergers, Acquisitions & Due Diligence:

·      Drive M&A origination support, target evaluation, financial due diligence, valuation, and integration planning

·      Lead financial and commercial due diligence for inbound and outbound transactions; manage data rooms and liaise with advisors

·      Assess synergies, integration risks, and post-merger financial consolidation

5. Foreign Currency (FCY) Hedging & Treasury:

·      Formulate and implement FCY risk management policy; actively manage the company's foreign exchange exposure through appropriate hedging instruments (forwards, options, swaps)

·      Oversee treasury operations, liquidity management, cash flow forecasting, and investment of surplus funds

·      Monitor global macroeconomic and currency trends and advise leadership on treasury risk strategies

6. Financial Reporting, Compliance & Audit:

·      Ensure timely and accurate closure of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with Ind AS.

·      Ensure compliance with Companies Act 2013, FEMA, Income Tax (TDS, Advance Tax etc), GST.

·      Oversee statutory audits, tax audits, and internal audits; manage relationships with Big 6 / Big 4 audit firms and ensure clean audit outcomes

·      Lead and manage the transition from Indian GAAP to Ind AS, ensuring full compliance with the applicable convergence roadmap and disclosures.

·      Oversee secretarial compliance, ROC filings, related-party transaction governance, and coordination with the Company Secretary function.

7. ERP & Technology Leadership:

·      Lead enterprise-wide ERP implementation and upgrades ensuring finance process automation and data integrity.

·      Leverage Generative AI and advanced analytics tools to enhance financial reporting, scenario planning, forecasting, and audit efficiency.

·      Champion digital transformation initiatives in the finance function, including automation of reconciliations, month-end close, and management information systems.

8. Risk Management & Governance:

·      Build and maintain a robust internal control framework, including SOPs, risk registers, and audit committee reporting.

·      Identify financial, operational, regulatory, and reputational risks; develop mitigation strategies and present risk dashboards.

·      Ensure strong corporate governance practices in line with Companies Act, and international best practices

9. Team & Stakeholder Leadership:

·      Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing Finance & Accounts team across functions including accounting, taxation, treasury, FP&A, and compliance

·      Manage and develop relationships with key external stakeholders: auditors, banks, PE/VC investors, regulators, rating agencies, and legal advisors

Required Qualifications & Experience:

·      Total Experience: Minimum 18 years of progressive experience in Finance & Accounts

·      Leadership Tenure: Minimum 2 years as CFO, Deputy CFO, or Head of Finance & Accounts

·      Company Size: Experience in companies with an annual turnover exceeding ₹1,000 Crore

·      Debt Fundraising: Demonstrated track record in raising debt (vanilla & structured) – working capital, term loans, ECB, NCDs, PTCs etc.

·      PE Fundraising: Hands-on experience in private equity fundraising, PE & IB firms relationships, and deal execution

·      IPO Preparedness: Experience of leading/being part of team involved in IPO Preparedness.

·      Ind AS / GAAP Transition: Proven experience in transitioning financial reporting from Indian GAAP to Ind AS

·      FCY Hedging: Active exposure to foreign currency risk management and hedging strategies

·      M&A / Due Diligence: End-to-end M&A experience including financial due diligence and integration

·      ERP Implementation: Experience in leading at least one full-cycle ERP implementation

·      Big 6 Auditor Handling: Proven experience of managing Big 6 / Big 4 auditors

·      Gen AI Familiarity: Working knowledge of Generative AI tools and their applicability in finance functions

Educational Qualifications:

Mandatory: Chartered Accountant (CA) – ICAI. 

Added Advantage: 

1.     MBA (Finance) from a reputed institution is an additional qualification

2.     Qualified Company Secretary (CS) – ICSI

3.     Prior experience of working in a B2B / B2G organization 

4.   Industry experience in any of the following: Sports, Media, Entertainment, Healthcare, Retail, Aerospace & Defence

Key Competencies:

Strategic Thinking: Ability to connect financial decisions with long-term business outcomes; contributes meaningfully to board-level strategy discussions

Financial Acumen: Deep command over corporate finance, treasury, accounting standards, taxation, and regulatory frameworks applicable to Indian corporates

Capital Markets Fluency: Ability to navigate conversations with PE investors, bankers, rating agencies, IB firms

Technology Orientation: Proactive adoption of ERP systems, analytics platforms, and Generative AI tools for finance efficiency.

Leadership & Influence: Strong people leadership skills; ability to inspire, coach, and develop high-performing finance teams

Integrity & Governance: Highest standards of professional ethics, transparency, and accountability

Communication Excellence: Ability to articulate complex narratives clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences — from the shop floor to the boardroom

Why Join Us:

·      Opportunity to be part of a high-growth multigenerational organization at an exciting inflection point of growth in terms of territories

·      Be part of growth story with our preops in two upcoming businesses – a D2C business and specialized B2G business 

·      Exposure to complex, multi-dimensional finance challenges including capital raising, M&A, and digital transformation

Important Note to Applicants:

·      This role demands a well-rounded finance leader with full P&L accountability and strategic business exposure — not a functional specialist

·      Preference will be given to candidates with experience in services and consumer driven sectors

Interested candidates can email their CV to [Confidential Information] with the subject Individual Profile for the position of CFO