Corporate Finance Manager

Responsibilities:

• Lead fundraising strategies for new projects
• Manage debt syndications & bond issuances
• Oversee mergers & acquisitions process
• Ensure financial compliance with regulatory standards
• Corporate Finance, Fund Management, Project Management, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) professional in the Steel Industry, ideally with a CA (Chartered Accountant) certification:
• Job Title: Head – Corporate Finance, Fund Management & M&A
• Industry: Steel Manufacturing / Heavy En
• Experience: 10–20 years
• Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA) – Mandatory; CA certification
• Job Summary:
• The role is responsible for leading strategic financial initiatives including corporate finance planning, fund management, large-scale capital project financing, and executing M&A opportunities in the steel manufacturing domain. This position will work closely with senior leadership and investors to drive growth, optimize capital structure, and ensure financial compliance and risk mitigation.
• Key Responsibilities:
• 1. Corporate Finance & Fund Management:
• Develop and execute strategic capital raising plans (equity, debt, structured finance) to support long-term growth.
• Manage working capital, cash flow forecasting, and capital allocation across business verticals.
• Build relationships with banks, NBFCs, rating agencies, and financial institutions to ensure optimal financing terms.
• Evaluate ROI and IRR of capex projects and suggest financial structuring.
• Ensure treasury and liquidity management to meet business and capex requirements efficiently.
• 2. Project Finance & Management:
• End-to-end financial structuring of greenfield/brownfield steel plant expansions and modernization projects.
• Liaise with engineering, procurement, and project execution teams for financial monitoring and budget control.
• Conduct risk assessment and sensitivity analysis for large capital investments.
• Ensure compliance with project-related financial covenants and reporting.
• 3. Mergers, Acquisitions & Strategic Investments:
• Identify and evaluate strategic M&A targets in the steel and allied sectors (e.g., mining, logistics, fabrication).
• Lead due diligence (financial, legal, operational) and valuation processes in collaboration with external advisors.
• Prepare investment memorandums and board presentations for M&A transactions.
• Manage post-merger integration planning from a financial and organizational standpoint.
• 4. Financial Analysis & Reporting:
• Monitor and analyze financial performance metrics, debt covenants, and operational KPIs.
• Prepare and present consolidated MIS reports, cash flow reports, and project dashboards to CXOs and the Board.
• Ensure statutory and compliance reporting as per IND-AS/IFRS guidelines.
• 5. Strategic Planning & Risk Management:
• Support business strategy formulation with financial modeling, forecasting, and scenario planning.
• Analyze market trends, commodity cycles (especially steel and raw material prices), and geopolitical risks.
• Drive cost optimization and restructuring initiatives in collaboration with BU heads.
• Key Skills & Competencies:
• Strong financial modeling, valuation (DCF, LBO, Comparable), and structuring skills
• Sound knowledge of the steel manufacturing value chain and sector dynamics
• Proficiency in SAP, Oracle Finance, MS Excel, and BI tools
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Strong analytical thinking and commercial acumen
• Preferred Background:
• Prior experience in large steel plants or industrial manufacturing firms (minimum turnover 5000+ Cr)
• Exposure to large-ticket debt financing, IPO readiness, or cross-border M&A preferred
• Strong network within banks, FIs, and