Chief Financial Officer - Alternative Investment Fund

Position Title: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)Location: ChennaiReporting To: CEO / Managing Partner / Board of TrusteesEntity: Alternative Investment Fund (AIF)Role SummaryThe Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will be a strategic partner to the leadership team, responsible for leading and managing all aspects of finance, accounts, compliance, and investor reporting for the AIF. The role demands a deep understanding of fund structures, SEBI regulations, taxation, and reporting specific to AIFs, along with a high degree of governance, control, and operational rigor. Key ResponsibilitiesFund Finance & Accounting Oversee end-to-end fund accounting, including NAV computation, investor capital calls, distributions, and fee calculations.

Ensure timely and accurate maintenance of books of accounts for both the fund and the fund manager (IM). Monitor treasury and cash flow management at both fund and manager levels. Coordinate with fund administrators and auditors to ensure seamless financial operations. Regulatory Compliance & Governance Ensure full compliance with SEBI (AIF) Regulations and other applicable financial and regulatory norms. Lead regulatory filings and correspondence with SEBI, RBI, Income Tax, GST, etc. Oversee secretarial and governance matters in collaboration with legal and compliance teams.

Investor Reporting & Relations Ensure timely and accurate dissemination of quarterly/annual investor reports, capital account statements, and financials. Support investor onboarding, including KYC, documentation, drawdown processing, and responding to investor queries. Drive improvements in reporting frameworks for greater transparency and accuracy. Taxation & Structuring Manage domestic and cross-border tax issues for the fund and investors, ensuring optimal tax structuring and compliance. Oversee TDS, GST, and income tax filings for the fund and the management entity. Internal Controls & Risk Management Establish and monitor strong internal controls and risk management frameworks. Implement financial discipline, including budgetary controls, expense management, and cost optimization.

Lead audits (internal/statutory) and ensure timely closure of audit findings. Strategic Leadership Act as a financial advisor to the CEO and Investment Committee on key decisions including fund strategy, structuring, and capital deployment. Support fundraising initiatives with financial models, performance data, and investor presentations. Work closely with deal teams and investment professionals to assess transaction structures and fund impacts. Qualifications & Experience Chartered Accountant (CA) and/or MBA (Finance) from a reputed institution. Minimum 1215 years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership finance role within the AIF/PE/VC/Asset Management industry.

Strong technical knowledge of SEBI AIF regulations, Indian GAAP/Ind AS, and taxation related to investment funds. Experience in managing investor relations, fund audits, and regulatory inspections. Exposure to working with fund administrators and Big 4 auditors is preferred. Key Competencies Strategic mindset with strong financial acumen. High integrity and commitment to governance and compliance. Strong interpersonal and communication skills for engaging with stakeholders including investors, regulators, and board members. Detail-oriented with a hands-on, execution-driven approach. Proven leadership and team management capabilities. (ref: iimjobs. com)