Head of Finance and Accounting

We’re looking for aHead of Financeto build and own the financial backbone of a high-growth, venture-backed consumer brand. This role goes far beyond accounting. You willown controllership, FP&A, and investor-facing finance end-to-end , work closely with founders and investors, and progressively take onCFO-level responsibilitiesas the company scales. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys operating in ambiguity, building systems from scratch, and partnering with founders on strategic decisions. Core Responsibilities1. Financial Controllership & Governance (Ownership)Ownday-to-day finance operations : accounting, books closure, compliance, audits, and statutory filings Ensure stronginternal controls , cost discipline, and clean audit trails Manage external stakeholders: auditors, tax advisors, banks, and compliance partners Own working capital, cash flow management, and treasury decisions 2. FP&A & Business PartneringOwnannual operating plans (AOPs) , rolling forecasts, and long-range financial models Track unit economics (CM1/CM2/CM3), margins, and category-wise profitability Partner with founders and functional heads onpricing, inventory, marketing ROI, and growth trade-offs Build decision-making dashboards for leadership (weekly/monthly reviews) 3. Investor Relations, MIS & Fundraise ReadinessOwninvestor MIS : monthly updates, board decks, performance narratives Leaddata rooms, financial DD, and investor queriesduring fundraises Work directly with founders on fundraising strategy, valuation models, and scenario planning Maintain high credibility with existing and prospective investors 4. CFO Advisory & Strategic FinanceAct as athought partner to founderson capital allocation, expansion bets, and risk management Support M&A, secondary transactions, ESOP planning, and capital structuring Drive financial discipline while enabling speed and innovation Gradually take ownership ofCFO-level strategic decisionsas scale and complexity increase What We’re Looking ForMust-Have8–12+ years of experience infinance, controllership, FP&A, or strategic finance Experience in venture-backed startups, consumer/D2C, or high-growth businesses Strong grounding in accounting, compliance, and financial controls Hands-on experience with investor reporting, MIS, and due diligence Ability to switch seamlessly between detail and strategy Good to HavePrior experience working closely with founders or leadership teams Exposure to fundraises, board interactions, or PE/VC environments CA / MBA / equivalent finance qualification Why This Role MattersDirect exposure tofounders, board, and investors Opportunity to build the finance function ground-up , not inherit legacy chaos Clear path to becomingCFOas the company scales High ownership, high trust, and real decision-making authority

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