Job Description
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with proven experience in fundraising and a strong command of financial strategy, operational leadership, and revenue generation. The ideal candidate will be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with a demonstrated ability to manage the company's finances, lead capital raising initiatives, and catalyse teams toward high-impact growth.
Key Responsibilities: Financial Leadership & Strategy- Oversee all financial planning, analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
- Ensure financial compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
- Optimise capital structure and develop strategies for sustainable growth.
- Manage risk, liquidity, and financial controls.
- Lead fundraising efforts, including equity, debt, and alternative financing rounds.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with investors, VCs, financial institutions, and stakeholders.
- Prepare and present financial models, pitch decks, and performance reports to potential investors.
- Partner with operations and sales teams to design and execute revenue acceleration plans.
- Identify opportunities to optimise pricing, customer acquisition, and market expansion.
- Implement KPIs and performance tracking systems to improve revenue performance.
- Drive cross-functional collaboration between finance, operations, and business development.
- Mentor and manage finance and operational staff.
- Lead company-wide initiatives aimed at efficiency, cost control, and scaling.
- CPA Certification (Required)
- Proven experience in fundraising, preferably in venture-backed or growth-stage companies.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in financial leadership roles, including CFO or senior finance executive.
- Experience in scaling companies within fintech, SaaS, or technology-driven industries is preferred.
- Strong understanding of GAAP, compliance, and US regulatory financial environments.
- Demonstrated track record of driving revenue growth and operational excellence.
- Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills.
Key skill Required
- Budgeting
- Business Development
- Cost control
- Sales
- Analysis
- Capital Raising
- Capital Structure
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Compliance
- Customer Acquisition
- Demonstrated Ability
- Design
- Development
- Finance
- Financial Compliance
- Financial leadership
- Financial Planning
- Forecasting
- Fundraising
- Leadership
- Reporting
- Revenue Generation
- Revenue Growth
- Scaling
- Strategy
- Sustainable Growth
- Team Leadership
