Job Description
<h2 style="margin-top:13px"><span style="font-size:13pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="color:#4f81bd">Job Title:</span></span></span></span></h2>
<p style="margin-bottom:13px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">Head of Finance</span></span></span></p>
<h2 style="margin-top:13px"><span style="font-size:13pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="color:#4f81bd">Location:</span></span></span></span></h2>
<p style="margin-bottom:13px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">Hyderabad</span></span></span></p>
<h2 style="margin-top:13px"><span style="font-size:13pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="color:#4f81bd">Reporting To:</span></span></span></span></h2>
<p style="margin-bottom:13px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">CEO / CFO</span></span></span></p>
<h2 style="margin-top:13px"><span style="font-size:13pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="color:#4f81bd">Department:</span></span></span></span></h2>
<p style="margin-bottom:13px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">Finance</span></span></span></p>
<h2 style="margin-top:13px"><span style="font-size:13pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="color:#4f81bd">Industry:</span></span></span></span></h2>
<p style="margin-bottom:13px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">Education </span></span></span></p>
<h2 style="margin-top:13px"><span style="font-size:13pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="color:#4f81bd">Key Responsibilities:</span></span></span></span></h2>
<h3 style="margin-top:13px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="color:#4f81bd">Strategic Financial Leadership</span></span></span></span></h3>
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<li class="MsoListBulletCxSpFirst"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">Develop and execute the financial strategy aligned with the organization's vision and growth plans.</span></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">Provide financial insights to the Board/CEO to support strategic decision-making.</span></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoListBulletCxSpLast" style="margin-bottom:13px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">Lead long-term financial planning, forecasting, and investment analysis.</span></span></span></li>
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<h3 style="margin-top:13px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="color:#4f81bd">Budgeting & Financial Planning</span></span></span></span></h3>
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<li class="MsoListBulletCxSpFirst"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">Oversee annual budgeting and monthly/quarterly forecasting processes.</span></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">Partner with academic and operational departments to manage budgets effectively.</span></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoListBulletCxSpLast" style="margin-bottom:13px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">Monitor variances and implement corrective actions where needed.</span></span></span></li>
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<h3 style="margin-top:13px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="color:#4f81bd">Financial Operations & Control</span></span></span></span></h3>
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<li class="MsoListBulletCxSpFirst"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">Supervise day-to-day accounting, financial reporting, treasury, and cash flow.</span></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">Ensure accurate and timely closure of books and statutory reporting.</span></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoListBulletCxSpLast" style="margin-bottom:13px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">Maintain internal financial controls, processes, and systems.</span></span></span></li>
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<h3 style="margin-top:13px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="color:#4f81bd">Compliance & Risk Management</span></span></span></span></h3>
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<li class="MsoListBulletCxSpFirst"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">Ensure compliance with all statutory, regulatory, and audit requirements (e.g., income tax, GST, etc.).</span></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies.</span></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoListBulletCxSpLast" style="margin-bottom:13px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">Liaise with auditors, banks, and government authorities as required.</span></span></span></li>
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<h3 style="margin-top:13px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="color:#4f81bd">Team Leadership & Development</span></span></span></span></h3>
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<li class="MsoListBulletCxSpFirst"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">Lead and mentor the finance team to foster growth, performance, and accountability.</span></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoListBulletCxSpLast" style="margin-bottom:13px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">Build financial capabilities across the organization.</span></span></span></li>
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<h3 style="margin-top:13px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="color:#4f81bd">Systems & Technology</span></span></span></span></h3>
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<li class="MsoListBulletCxSpFirst"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">Oversee the optimization of ERP/finance systems.</span></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoListBulletCxSpLast" style="margin-bottom:13px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">Use data and automation to improve financial reporting and operational efficiency.</span></span></span></li>
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<h2 style="margin-top:13px"><span style="font-size:13pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="color:#4f81bd">Key Requirements:</span></span></span></span></h2>
<p style="margin-left:19px; text-indent:-14.2pt"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">- Education: CA / MBA Finance</span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin-left:19px; text-indent:-14.2pt"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">- Experience: 12–16 years in finance roles, including at least 5 years in a leadership position. (Prior experience in education Industry is preferred.)</span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">- IPO experience is a must</span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">- Experience working in a ERP Environment (Preferably Oracle Fusion)</span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">- Strong knowledge in IGAAP/, IND AS, Direct and Indirect Taxation.</span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">- Exposure to Analytical tools is preferred</span></span></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">- Skills:<br />
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills<br />
- Deep understanding of financial regulations and compliance in the education sector<br />
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management<br />
- Strategic mindset with hands-on financial management capabilities</span></span></span></p>
<h2 style="margin-top:13px"><span style="font-size:13pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="color:#4f81bd">Preferred Experience:</span></span></span></span></h2>
<p style="margin-bottom:13px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif">- Worked in K-12 schools, higher education institutions, or edtech startups.<br />
- Managed finance for multi-location institutions or franchises.<br />
- Familiarity with Investor Relations, IPO</span></span></span></p>
