CFO - Chief Financial Officer

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Company Name: People Realm Recruitment Services Private Limited

Industry: Human Resources Services

Seniority level: Director level

Min Experience: 12 years

Location: Bengaluru

JobType: full-time

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About VNV - Value Network Ventures
Value Network Ventures (VNV) is a leading global project developer mobilizing carbon

finance to drive community-rooted climate adaptation at scale. VNV’s work enables climate

action by mobilizing economic resources and mitigating environmental damage to build the

resilience of local populations and Indigenous communities—reaching more than 7 million

households and restoring over 5 million hectares across 17+ countries to date.

With a team of nearly 200 experts and over 4,000 feet on the ground, VNV operates at the

forefront of climate technology—designing and implementing scalable nature-based projects

across blue carbon, regenerative agriculture, agroforestry, and household energy projects.

To date, VNV has mobilized over 180 emission reduction and removal projects across South

Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.

Since 2007, VNV has been a trusted partner and advisor to governments, public sector

organizations, and leading businesses on their decarbonization journeys. VNV serves more

than 200 clients worldwide, and its global team of experts has helped numerous Fortune 500

companies integrate comprehensive sustainability strategies into their supply chains—

delivering measurable climate impact while building climate-resilient communities

Learn more at https://vnv.earth

Role Overview
We have grown into a multi-million-dollar company over the last one and a half decades

through funding our growth organically. As we look to expand globally, and develop our

existing businesses into world leaders, we are seeking a dynamic finance professional to

drive the company’s financial standing and processes on two fronts - strategizing growth

and getting the company ready for a short term strategic fundraise and/or an IPO in

the medium term to long term.

The role will involve developing a financial strategy, working closely with the founder and C-

suite executives to develop a strategic financial blueprint that is aligned with the company's

short-, medium-, and long-term goals and objectives. The candidate will eventually be

expected to handle the company’s overall financial functions as well as oversee Finance and

Accounting Team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Capital Raise & Investor Relations



Raise capital for securing funds from investors or financial institutions to finance business

growth, operations.

Drive growth and value to secure funding from institutions including, but not limited to,

Private Equity (PE), venture funds etc, and work towards an Initial Public Offering (IPO).

Consequently, getting the company IPO-ready, which includes establishing an investor

relations capability and implementing internal controls and financial reporting systems.

Understanding and being able to develop various types of financial models (e.g. comparable

companies, precedents, and DCF) to value equity for capital raising transactions and

prepare and review of materials used in capital raise, including investment memoranda,

management presentations, and pitchbooks.

Securing financing by working closely with investment bankers, underwriters, and other

financial advisors to secure financing for the IPO.


  • Budgeting & Forecasting



Ensure the company has accurate financial metrics (e.g., revenue, expenses, cash flow) and

help the company stay informed about the performance of those metrics. Manage the

budgeting and planning processes and build relevant models that track performance over

time and continually improve the model to be more robust and predictive.

Constantly look for opportunities to suggest improvements to performance


  • Financial Management & Control



Analysing financial data, assessing risks and opportunities, and identifying areas where the

company can improve its financial performance.

Managing financial reporting: Ensuring that the company's financial reports are accurate,

timely, and compliant with all relevant regulations

Overseeing the preparation of financial statements, working with external auditors, and

ensuring that the company is following all relevant accounting standards.

Collaborating with senior leadership on strategic initiatives and providing financial insights to

prepare financial budgets and forecasts. Develop and implement strategic financial plans to

guide the company's long-term growth and profitability while also focusing on mid-term

strategies to optimize resource

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field/MBA
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in finance, with significant experience in IPOs,



capital markets, or investment banking.


  • Deep understanding of SEC regulations and the public company reporting



environment.


  • Proven ability to manage complex financial projects and work effectively with external



advisors and stakeholders.


  • Strong financial modelling and analytical skills
  • Hands on experience of fundraising from Institutional Investors and closely monitor



the due diligence process for fundraising


  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex



financial information to non-financial stakeholders.


  • Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience in building and managing high-



performing teams.


  • High level of integrity and professionalism