Summary role description:
Hiring for Head of Finance to lead finance strategy at a mid-sized deep-tech company.
Company description:
Our client is a leading cybersecurity solutions provider, is trusted by top organizations worldwide for delivering preventive, detective, and corrective security solutions. They specialize in leveraging forensic intelligence and advanced technology to help businesses strengthen their cybersecurity posture and ensure compliance with global standards.
Role details:
- Title / Designation: Head of Finance
- Reporting Manager: CEO
- Location: Bangalore
- Work Mode: 3-days in office
Role & responsibilities:
- Lead the company's financial strategy with a strong focus on IPO preparation and execution.
- Partner with investment bankers, legal advisors, and auditors to ensure IPO milestones and regulatory compliance are achieved on time.
- Develop financial models, disclosures, and reporting structures aligned with capital market requirements.
- Oversee controllership, FP&A, treasury, taxation, and compliance across geographies.
- Ensure 100% statutory compliance and establish best practices in corporate governance.
- Drive process automation, cost optimization, and efficiency initiatives.
- Build strong relationships with investors, analysts, and the board.
- Deliver accurate, timely, and insightful financial reports to enable strategic decision-making.
- Lead fundraising initiatives as required, including debt and equity financing.
- Optimize working capital cycles and ensure sustained liquidity.
- Monitor EBITDA margins, cost structures, and financial KPIs to support growth objectives.
- Establish robust forecasting, MIS, and performance tracking frameworks.
- Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing finance team.
- Create a succession-ready leadership bench within the finance function.
- Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Candidate requirements:
- Chartered Accountant (CA) is mandatory CFA or MBA (Finance) preferred.
- Minimum 18-25 years of progressive finance leadership experience in mid-to-large organizations.
- Proven track record in IPO readiness, fundraising, and investor relations.
- Strong knowledge of Indian regulatory frameworks (SEBI, RBI, Companies Act, Income Tax, GST) with exposure to global standards (IFRS/US GAAP).
- Demonstrated expertise in strategic finance, cost optimization, and cash flow management.
- Experience leading finance transformation, automation, and governance initiatives.
- High integrity, strategic orientation, and the ability to operate in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments.
- Prior exposure to technology, product, or digital-first companies is desirable.
Selection process:
- Interview with CEO
- Interview with CEO in person
- Presentation round to Selection Board
- HR discussions
- Culture round
