CFO || Proptech Startup (Real Estate) || Lower Parel, Mumbai

Role Overview:

As the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the company's financial strategy. This executive position requires a visionary leader who can drive financial growth, ensure compliance, and optimize the financial health of our diverse business units. Our operations span digital brokerage, real estate development management, and core technology product development, requiring a CFO who understands the nuances of each domain and can align financial strategies with our long-term objectives. This is a rare opportunity to be at the heart of a fast-scaling, technology-driven real estate organization, contributing significantly to its success and future growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and oversee financial strategies that align with company's mission and long-term vision, ensuring sustainable growth and profitability.
• Lead all fundraising initiatives, engage with investors, and conduct thorough due diligence to secure and expand financial resources that will support the companys aggressive expansion plans.
• Maintain financial compliance across multiple jurisdictions, with a specific focus on adhering to RBI and FEMA regulations in India, as well as financial laws in Singapore and the UAE.
• Monitor and analyses key financial metrics, such as contribution margins, cash flows, and operational expenses, to guide strategic decision-making and enhance overall business performance.
• Ensure the accuracy of financial reporting by implementing rigorous internal controls, audit processes, and risk management frameworks to safeguard company assets.
• Work closely with the executive leadership team to provide financial insights and recommendations that will shape corporate strategy and decision-making.
• Spearhead cost optimization initiatives, efficiency improvements, and financial process automation to enhance operational effectiveness and scalability.

Preferred Skills & Expertise:

• Demonstrated success in financial modelling, forecasting, and strategic planning to support business growth and long-term profitability.
• Experience in financial oversight across technology and real estate sectors, with a strong focus on leveraging financial strategies to drive innovation and efficiency.
• Expertise in risk assessment, mitigation strategies, and regulatory compliance, ensuring that financial practices align with legal standards and corporate governance requirements.
• Ability to lead high-performing finance teams, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Experience:

• MBA from a top-tier institution such as Harvard, Stanford, Wharton, IIM, or ISB, complemented by a professional qualification like CA or CPA.
• At least 12+ years of proven expertise in capital raising, investor relations, and navigating complex financial landscapes, including experience with venture capital and private equity funding.
• Extensive experience in a CFO role, preferably in high-growth environments such as technology or real estate startups that have scaled to unicorn status.
• A deep understanding of financial regulations, compliance, and taxation, particularly in multi-jurisdictional contexts.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills with the ability to manage intricate financial operations and make data-driven, high-stakes decisions.

What We Offer:

• A leadership role at the cutting edge of technology and real estate, allowing you to shape the future of an industry disruptor.
• Direct involvement in high-level decision-making, providing strategic financial insights that will influence the company's direction and success.
• A dynamic and fast-paced work environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.
• A highly competitive remuneration package, including equity, ensuring that you share in the company's success and long-term value creation.
• The opportunity to work alongside a visionary leadership team dedicated to transforming real estate transactions through technology and data-driven solutions.

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