Chief Financial Officer

About the job

We are seeking a visionary and transformational Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the financial strategy of a prominent retail gems and jewellery enterprise and its subsidiaries. This is a high-impact executive leadership role suited for a seasoned finance professional with deep expertise in listed company environments, IPO readiness, corporate governance, and large-scale retail expansion. As a core member of the executive leadership team and a trusted advisor to the Board and Promoters, you will spearhead financial transformation, strengthen governance frameworks, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive sustainable, profitable growth. Requirements Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Board Advisory • Serve as a strategic partner to the Board and Promoters, delivering data-driven financial insights to support long-term business growth. • Lead IPO readiness initiatives, including preparation and execution of DRHP and coordination with merchant bankers, legal advisors, investors, and regulatory bodies. • Manage investor relations, ensuring transparent, accurate, and timely financial disclosures. • Shape capital allocation strategies aligned with expansion and profitability objectives. Financial Strategy & Operational Excellence • Oversee bullion financing, Gold Metal Loans (GML), hedging strategies, and working capital optimization. • Develop robust financial models to support aggressive retail expansion while ensuring strong return on investment (ROI). • Drive cost optimization initiatives and enhance supply chain efficiencies to improve margins. • Strengthen budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes across the organization and subsidiaries. Governance, Compliance & Risk Management • Ensure adherence to listed entity regulations, including SEBI, LODR, and other statutory requirements. • Enhance internal controls, financial governance frameworks, and reporting standards. • Identify and mitigate financial, operational, and macroeconomic risks through proactive risk management strategies. • Maintain strong relationships with auditors, regulators, and external stakeholders. Leadership & Organizational Transformation • Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing finance function with a culture of accountability and excellence. • Drive the transition from a privately held structure to a disciplined, governance-led and publicly accountable organization. • Foster cross-functional collaboration to align financial strategy with business objectives. Core Competencies • Financial Strategy & Capital Structuring • IPO Readiness & DRHP Management • Corporate Governance & Regulatory Compliance • Retail & Multi-location Expansion Finance • Bullion Financing, GML & Hedging • Investor Relations & Stakeholder Management • Risk Management & Internal Controls • Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)