Job Title: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Bangalore

Reports to: Managing Director

Company: Arul Group of Companies

Experience Required: 15–25 years

Qualification: MBA (Finance) Mandatory, CA (Preferred)

Industry Preference: Manufacturing, EPC, Construction, Industrial Services, Automotive, Infrastructure

About Arul Group:

Arul Group is a diversified business conglomerate with a legacy of over four decades, comprising:

Arul Rubbers Pvt Ltd (Since 1978): Engineering, design, fabrication & rubber lining products
Arul Polymers Pvt Ltd (Since 1997): Rubber-to-metal bonded parts and seals for global industries
Neo Heights Builders & Promoters Pvt Ltd (Since 2011): EPC contractor specializing in civil, industrial, MEP, and interior solutions.

All group companies are ISO 9001:2015 certified, with Neo Heights also holding ISO 45001:2018 for occupational health and safety.

Role Overview:

The CFO will be a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for overseeing the financial operations and strategy of the Arul Group. This position demands a visionary leader with strong fundamentals in corporate finance, capital management, risk assessment, and strategic planning. The CFO will play a critical role in enabling long-term financial sustainability and business growth, while ensuring financial discipline and governance across all group entities.

Key Experience Required:

Proven track record in project funding, and financial operations across diversified industries
Strong exposure to banking sectors in MNC, nationalized, or private banks is highly preferred
Ability to identify, evaluate, and establish partnerships with banking sectors for project funding and credit lines
Expertise in fund flow planning, treasury, and capital structuring
Experience managing multi-entity financial operations and compliance

Core Responsibilities:

1. Financial Strategy & Leadership

Develop and execute financial strategies to support organizational growth
Provide financial insights and recommendations to the board and leadership team
Evaluate new investment opportunities and capital allocation

2. Fund Flow & Banking Relations

Manage and optimize fund flow across group companies
Identify banking institutions to fund projects and support expansion
Build and maintain strong relationships with financial institutions, NBFCs, and credit providers
Lead negotiations for working capital, term loans, and structured finance solutions

3. Financial Planning, Control & Compliance

Lead budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and variance analysis
Ensure timely compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements (GST, TDS, ROC, etc.)
Coordinate audits and ensure strong internal controls

4. Team Development & Operational Efficiency

Manage and mentor the finance and accounts team across multiple verticals
Implement SOPs, ERP systems, and real-time MIS for informed decision-making
Collaborate with procurement, operations, and project teams to embed financial discipline

Qualifications:

MBA in Finance – Mandatory
CA – Preferred but not mandatory
15+ years of financial leadership experience, preferably across manufacturing, EPC, or construction sectors
Background in banking or financial services is an added advantage
Hands-on experience in managing multi-entity structures and high-value project funding

Key Skills:

Financial analysis, budgeting, and strategic planning
Fundraising, banking, and capital structuring
Statutory compliance and tax planning
ERP and financial reporting systems
Leadership, stakeholder management, and cross-functional coordination

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