Stupa Sports Analytics - Head - Finance (12-15 yrs)

About the Company:

Stupa Sports Analytics is pioneering the future of sports analytics with our state-of-the-art SaaS platform and AI-driven insights. We are on a quest to revolutionize how federations, teams, and athletes leverage data for performance enhancement and fan engagement.

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 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.

- Support adherence to all legal and corporate governance standards.

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.

- Monitor profitability across business units and product lines to identify improvement opportunities.

Capital & Performance Management:

- Manage capital budgeting, track financial and operational performance metrics, and optimize cash flow, gross profits, and net profits.

- Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes for timely, accurate payments and collections.

Controllership

Financial Reporting & Controls:

- Implement cost accounting procedures and develop/enforce robust internal control policies.

- 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 8 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.