About Orchid University:
Orchid University is India’s first value-driven, skill-integrated intergenerational university, established with a transformative vision to redefine higher education by making it more accessible, industry-relevant, and strongly connected to employability and sustainable livelihoods.
Aligned with the vision of Viksit Bharat, the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Orchid University is building a future-ready academic ecosystem that bridges the gap between education and the evolving workforce demands of the global economy.
Driven by its Integrated SEEL Framework — Skilling, Education, Employment, and Livelihood — the University adopts a holistic and outcome-oriented approach towards higher education. Through its innovative “Industry as a Campus” model and industry-integrated pedagogy, Orchid University combines academic excellence with practical exposure, ensuring students gain real-world experience alongside classroom learning.
Supported by a growing network of 800+ industry partners, the University embeds structured On-the-Job Training (OJT), experiential learning, and skill development into its academic framework. Its Day-One Stipend-Based Internship and Placement Model enables students to “Earn While They Learn,” making quality higher education more inclusive, affordable, and career-focused.
Orchid University is committed to contributing towards India’s Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) by creating flexible, accessible, and future-oriented learning pathways for learners across diverse backgrounds and generations.
As an emerging institution in its expansion and institution-building phase, Orchid University offers a dynamic platform for passionate professionals, educators, innovators, and industry leaders to contribute meaningfully towards shaping the future of higher education in India. The University fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, impact, and leadership, empowering its people to build transformative educational experiences from the ground up.
Position Overview:
Orchid University is seeking a dynamic and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the University’s financial vision, governance, and growth strategy during its expansion phase. The ideal candidate should bring strong expertise from the staffing or workforce solutions industry, with a deep understanding of scalable business models, compliance frameworks, cash flow management, operational finance, and investor engagement.
The CFO will play a critical leadership role in driving financial sustainability, institutional growth, operational excellence, and long-term value creation while supporting the University’s mission of transforming education and employability.
Functional Responsibilities:
1. Financial Strategy & Planning
- Develop and execute long-term financial strategies aligned with organizational growth objectives
- Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes
- Drive financial modeling for expansion, new business initiatives, and strategic partnerships
- Support leadership in investment planning, fundraising strategy, and capital allocation
- Build scalable financial systems and frameworks for a rapidly growing institution
- Analyze market trends, revenue opportunities, and financial risks to support strategic decision-making
- Partner with leadership teams to align financial goals with operational priorities
2. Risk Management & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, tax, audit, and governance requirements
- Develop strong internal controls, financial policies, and risk mitigation frameworks
- Monitor legal and financial risks associated with partnerships, vendor agreements, and operations
- Lead internal and external audit processes and ensure timely closures
- Ensure adherence to UGC regulations, financial governance standards, and applicable laws
- Drive ethical financial practices and organizational transparency
- Strengthen financial governance and fraud prevention mechanisms
3. Financial Management & Reporting
- Oversee end-to-end financial operations including accounting, treasury, taxation, payroll, and MIS
- Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements, management reports, and dashboards
- Monitor cash flow, working capital, and fund utilization across departments
- Lead financial reporting for leadership, board members, and investors
- Establish robust financial analytics and performance tracking mechanisms
- Optimize financial processes through automation and technology integration
- Ensure strong cost accounting and profitability analysis frameworks
4. Leadership & Team Management
- Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing finance and accounts team
- Create a culture of accountability, ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Strengthen financial awareness and governance across departments
- Partner with HR and leadership teams for workforce planning and operational budgeting
- Support cross-functional decision-making through financial insights and strategic guidance
- Drive process excellence and capability development within the finance function
5. Investor & Stakeholder Management
- Manage relationships with investors, auditors, banking partners, and key stakeholders
- Present financial insights, business performance, and strategic recommendations to leadership and board members
- Support fundraising initiatives, financial due diligence, and strategic collaborations
- Ensure transparent communication and reporting to stakeholders
- Strengthen institutional credibility through strong financial governance and compliance practices
6. Cost Control & Efficiency
- Develop and implement cost optimization strategies across functions
- Monitor operational expenses and improve financial efficiency without compromising quality
- Identify opportunities for process optimization and resource utilization
- Drive profitability and sustainable growth through financial discipline
- Implement KPI-driven cost management frameworks
- Support procurement and vendor management strategies to optimize operational expenditure
Core Competencies
- Strategic Financial Planning & Business Forecasting
- Financial Governance & Regulatory Compliance
- Risk Assessment & Internal Controls
- Budgeting, MIS & Financial Reporting
- Cash Flow & Working Capital Management
- Cost Optimization & Profitability Management
- Investor Relations & Stakeholder Management
- Financial Modeling & Business Analysis
- Operational Finance & Process Excellence
- ERP & Financial Systems Management
- Industry Partnership & Business Expansion Strategy
- Negotiation & Vendor Management
- Audit Management & Taxation
Behavioral Competencies
- Visionary leadership and strategic thinking.
- Decision-Making & Problem-Solving
- Leadership & Team Development
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Preferred Experience
- 10–15+ years of experience in finance & accounting
- Proven experience in a leadership role (CFO / Finance Head / Controller)
- Preferred experience in Staffing & Workforce Solutions, Education / EdTech / Universities, Skill Development & Training Organizations or Service-Based Organizations
Educational Qualifications
- CA / CPA / CMA / MBA Finance or equivalent qualification
Additional certifications in financial strategy, risk, or corporate governance preferred
Pay: ₹100,000.00 - ₹250,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
