Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Mumbai

Company Description

The Hive Hostels, along with its luxury vertical Aurus, provides exceptional living experiences tailored to students and young professionals. Combining comfort, connectivity, and a sense of community, The Hive Hostels offers high-tech, service-driven housing with premium shared-living spaces and exclusive amenities. Aurus expands this vision by delivering luxury student residences that balance style and functionality. Whether through thoughtfully designed spaces or tailored services, The Hive Hostels and Aurus focus on enhancing daily lives and fostering personal growth. Join a vibrant community where innovation meets superior living.

Role Description

We are seeking a dynamic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead financial operations and strategy for The Hive Hostels and its luxury vertical, Aurus. Based in Mumbai, this full-time, on-site role involves overseeing financial planning, preparing and analyzing financial statements, managing budgets, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and providing strategic recommendations to drive business growth and sustainability. The CFO will also collaborate with senior management to align financial goals with organizational objectives.

Qualifications

Strong expertise in Financial Planning and proficiency in preparing and managing Financial Statements.
In-depth knowledge of Financial Reporting and core Finance principles.
Excellent Analytical Skills to interpret complex financial data and inform strategic decisions.
Proven leadership and team management experience in financial operations.
Experience in real estate, property management, or hospitality industries is an advantage.
Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex financial concepts to diverse stakeholders.
Advanced knowledge of financial software and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; a CPA, CFA, or MBA is highly desirable.

Required Skills & Competencies

Proven CFO / Senior Finance Leader with 15–20 years of strong experience in hospitality, real estate, or related industries preferred.

Proven leadership and decision-making skills

Expertise in financial modeling, compliance, and strategic planning
Deep expertise in financial strategy, capital planning, governance, and risk management.
Demonstrated experience in scaling businesses and driving profitability.
Strong executive presence with Board-level stakeholder management capability.
Experience in managing expansion, transformation, or structured growth environments.
Chartered Accountant preferred; MBA Finance with strong controllership foundation considered.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting

Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with business goals

Manage cash flow, investments, and risk management

Ensure compliance with statutory laws, audits, and regulatory requirements

Provide strategic recommendations to the CEO and Board

Oversee accounting, taxation, and financial reporting functions

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