Head Finance

Role Overview

Stupa Sports Analytics is seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Finance to join our

leadership team. They will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations, ensuring

robust financial reporting, compliance, and strategic financial planning. This role demands a

visionary leader who can drive financial performance, support strategic initiatives, and

enhance the company's growth and profitability

Responsibilities

STRATEGIC FINANCE

Investor Relations & Fundraising:

Develop and maintain investor relationships, provide regular financial updates, and lead

fundraising efforts, including managing due diligence and negotiations to secure capital for

growth and expansion.

Legal & Corporate Compliance:

Oversee legal contracts, ensure compliance with company secretary requirements, global

payment processes, and international tax regulations, and support adherence to all legal

and corporate governance standards.

1. FINANCIAL PLANNING & ANALYSIS

Budgeting & Forecasting:

Lead the annual budgeting process, collaborate with business units on the Annual

Operating Plan, and create financial scenarios to align with company objectives,

provide strategic guidance, and ensure preparedness for various market conditions.

Financial & Profitability Analysis:

Conduct comprehensive financial analysis and modeling to support strategic

initiatives, and monitor profitability across business units and product lines to identify

improvement opportunities.

Capital & Performance Management:

Manage capital budgeting, track financial and operational performance metrics,

optimize cash flow, gross profits, and net profits, and oversee accounts payable and

receivable processes for timely, accurate payments and collections.

1. CONTROLLERSHIP

Financial Reporting & Controls:

Implement cost accounting procedures, develop and enforce robust internal control

policies, and oversee all aspects of tax planning and compliance to ensure accurate

financial reporting and safeguard company assets.

Payroll & Benefits:

Oversee payroll and benefits administration, ensuring compliance with statutory

requirements and internal policies.

Audit Coordination:

Manage all internal and external audit activities, coordinating with auditors to ensure

thorough compliance, accuracy, and prompt resolution of identified issues.

Qualifications and Key Competencies

• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is mandatory; additional qualifications like CPA, CFA, MBA, or other advanced degrees in finance or accounting are preferred.
• Minimum of 9 years of experience in finance, including a proven track record in senior financial leadership roles, such as Head of Finance.
• Prior experience in a Big 4 audit firm or a financial role in a multinational corporation (MNC) is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in managing multiple rounds of fundraising, including due diligence, shareholder agreement (SHA) negotiations, investor reporting, and handling international subsidiaries.
• Strong strategic and analytical skills, with experience providing data-driven insights for decision-making.
• Proven track record in managing complex financial transactions, such as mergers and acquisitions, investment analysis, and capital management.
• Leadership and team management skills, with experience in leading and developing

finance teams.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with investors, board members, and other stakeholders.
• High level of integrity and professionalism, with a commitment to ethical standards and corporate governance