Chief Financial Officer

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will be a key member of the senior leadership team, responsible for shaping and executing the financial strategy of Essar Constructions India Limited. Reporting to the CEO of Essar Projects, the CFO will oversee all finance and accounting activities, lead large‑scale transformation programmes, manage capital projects, and act as the primary liaison with investors, regulators, and the board. This role demands a visionary leader with deep expertise in mergers and acquisitions, treasury management, digital finance, and ESG integration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the group finance strategy aligned with corporate growth and ESG objectives.
• Lead M&A, divestiture, and integration activities, ensuring financial due diligence and value creation.
• Oversee infrastructure and capital project financing, monitoring budgets, cash flows, and risk exposure.
• Drive strategic sourcing, procurement, and shared services optimisation to improve cost efficiency.
• Manage treasury functions, including cash management, debt financing, credit ratings, and tax structuring.
• Cultivate investor relations, prepare board reports, and ensure compliance with governance standards.
• Implement digital finance solutions, leveraging IT and data analytics to enhance decision‑making.
• Supervise the finance & accounts team, fostering talent development and high‑performance culture.
• Lead ESG reporting and sustainability finance initiatives, aligning with regulatory and stakeholder expectations.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA, ACCA, CPA) with 15+ years of senior finance leadership experience.
• Proven track record in leading M&A, large‑scale capital projects, and finance transformation programmes.
• Deep knowledge of treasury, tax structuring, and credit rating processes in a multinational environment.
• Experience in strategic sourcing, shared services, and outsourcing models.
• Strong understanding of ESG frameworks, sustainability reporting, and digital finance technologies.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, including investor relations and board governance.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high‑performing finance teams across multiple locations.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical, communication, and influencing abilities.
• Eligibility to work in the United Kingdom and willingness to travel as required.