About the role
CFO / Head – Finance & Account
We are hiring for one of our premium and highly reputed real estate clients based in Mumbai. The client is a leading diversified group with a strong legacy in high-end residential and commercial real estate development, asset monetization, and large land bank management**. Known for strong governance, financial discipline, and landmark projects, the organization offers an excellent opportunity to work closely with senior leadership on strategic finance, investments, and large-scale asset monetization initiatives.
The CFO / Head – Finance & Accounts will be responsible for leading the complete finance function including statutory compliance, taxation, investments, budgeting, financial planning, asset monetization support, and financial reporting for a premium real estate and trust-based organization. The role involves close coordination with senior management and the COO on land monetization strategies, investment planning, valuation, feasibility analysis, and long-term financial sustainability
Location
Mumbai
Reporting To;
Chief Operating Officer (COO) / Trustees / Senior Management
Key Responsibilities / Key Result Areas:
* Oversee complete financial operations and ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
* Manage preparation and filing of statutory compliances with Charity Commissioner, Income Tax, Professional Tax, TDS and audit authorities.
* Handle income tax assessments, scrutiny cases, and coordination with tax consultants, lawyers, and auditors.
* Lead investment planning including fixed deposits, mutual funds, and other instruments ensuring safety, compliance, and optimized returns.
* Work closely with the COO to execute land monetization plans and achieve revenue targets.
* Prepare financial investment plans and long-term monetization strategies for land banks and trust assets.
* Monitor budgets, control costs, manage team expenses, and ensure adherence to approved financial plans.
* Prepare and present financial reports, executive summaries, and MIS to Trustees and senior management.
* Conduct commercial evaluation of offers, negotiations, feasibility studies, and financial closure support for land monetization transactions.
* Coordinate valuation exercises with external valuers and prepare financial analysis and executive summaries of valuation reports.
* Prepare project feasibility reports, financial statements, and executive summaries for land parcels and development opportunities.
* Track market intelligence on land transactions, precedent transaction analysis, and maintain land parcel catalogues.
* Ensure high standards of governance, compliance, financial discipline, and risk management.
Key Competencies:
Technical Competencies:
* Strong knowledge of Accounting, Taxation, Statutory Compliance, and Audit
* Expertise in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
* Investment Management and Asset Monetization
* Financial Modelling and Feasibility Analysis
* Proficiency in MS Office, Tally and / or SAP (mandatory)
* Working knowledge of trust-related compliances preferred
Behavioral Competencies:
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
* High integrity and ethical standards
* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines
* Leadership and team management skills
* Attention to detail and compliance orientation
Qualification:
* Chartered Accountant (CA) – Mandatory
* MBA in Finance – Preferred
Experience:
* 12+ years of post-qualification experience in Finance & Accounts
* Strong experience in **Real Estate / Trust / Asset Management - preferred
* Proven exposure to taxation, statutory compliance, investments, budgeting, and asset monetization
* Experience working with senior leadership and managing large financial portfolios