Strategic CFO / Head of Finance & Fundraising

Location: Ambala (Haryana)

Company: Blacknut (Core Business) + Cropto (New Venture)

About the Role

We are looking for a strategic, execution-focused CFO to lead financial planning, fundraising, and capital strategy for Blacknut, while also helping build and launch Cropto as a new venture.

This role goes beyond traditional fundraising—you will actively identify and secure government grants, subsidies, and institutional funding opportunities to optimize capital efficiency and reduce dilution.

Key Responsibilities1. Fundraising & Capital Strategy

Lead end-to-end fundraising efforts (equity, debt, hybrid instruments)
Build and manage relationships with VCs, angel investors, family offices, and financial institutions
Prepare investor decks, financial models, and data rooms
Handle due diligence, term sheets, and negotiations
Define capital allocation strategy across Blacknut and Cropto

2. Government Grants & Non-Dilutive Funding

Identify and apply for relevant government schemes, grants, and startup funds
Navigate programs under:
Startup India
SIDBI
NABARD
MSME Ministry
State-level startup missions and innovation funds
Manage end-to-end grant applications, documentation, and compliance
Track eligibility, deadlines, and reporting requirements
Optimize use of subsidies, tax benefits, and incentive programs

3. Financial Planning & Strategy

Build robust financial models, forecasts, and scenario planning
Drive unit economics, pricing strategy, and profitability roadmap
Set up scalable financial systems, reporting, and controls
Advise founders on strategic and capital allocation decisions

4. Business & Growth Partnership

Work closely with founders on growth, expansion, and GTM strategy
Provide data-backed insights for key decisions
Identify partnerships, funding opportunities, and revenue levers

5. Cropto (New Venture Buildout)

Lead financial structuring and funding roadmap for Cropto
Evaluate business model viability and investor readiness
Build grant + funding mix strategy (equity + non-dilutive)
Shape investor narrative and positioning from 0 → 1

6. Governance & Compliance

Ensure compliance across financial reporting, taxation, and regulations
Oversee audits and risk management
Maintain discipline for both private funding and grant utilization

What We’re Looking ForMust-Have

Proven experience in raising capital (equity/debt)
Hands-on experience with government grants / startup schemes
Strong understanding of financial modeling and fundraising strategy
Ability to independently drive applications, approvals, and closures

Good to Have

Existing network across investors + government bodies
Experience dealing with SIDBI / MSME / innovation grants
Background in startup ecosystem or venture building
Familiarity with state startup policies and incentives

Mindset Fit

Builder + operator mindset
Proactive in finding unconventional funding sources
Strong ownership and execution ability
Comfortable working in early-stage, evolving environments

What Success Looks Like

Successful fundraising rounds (equity + debt)
Multiple government grants and subsidies secured
Reduced dilution via non-dilutive capital strategy
Cropto becomes funding-ready and financially structured
Strong pipeline of both investor and institutional capital

Engagement Type

Full-time / Fractional CFO
Compensation: Fixed + Equity + Performance-linked incentives

Blacknut Agri Food Machinery Pvt. Ltd

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