VP Finance | Rapid-Growth Fintech/ SaaS Startup | Remote
Harmonic is delighted to be supporting a fast-growth Fintech business, supporting them with their search for a VP of Finance. They have developed a payment processing platform and software platform which brings significant process improvement to their customers and they are proud to have announced lucrative partnerships with more than 80 Fortune 500 companies
With significant Series A investment from a selection of top tier VC funds they have scaled to $30m Revenue. A Series B will be announced in the coming weeks as they begin the next phase of growth towards $100m ARR. This will be underpinned by the scale-up of their Sales function and continued product development which will drive a steep increase in transaction revenue.
This role offers a unique opportunity for a dynamic individual who excels in financial modeling, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is passionate about joining a values-driven organization. The company is filled with ambitious, talented individuals while maintaining the vibrant and collaborative spirit of a start-up.
The Role:
Reporting to an experienced CFO, the VP Finance will own the build out of the FP&A and Strategic Finance function and oversee the Accounting function (managing a Controller). Taking responsibility for the development of financial modelling, strategic planning and insightful analysis the VP Finance will be key in driving improved understanding and performance.
You will also support the CFO and in the mid-term own Corporate Finance piece with significant exposure to debt capital markets and fundraising.
Additionally you will have the opportunity to partner with Sales, Operations, Customer Success and Marketing teams to establish KPI’s and drive improved decision-making and help the CFO and CEO making recommendations that will deliver growth.
Responsibilities:
- Own the development of exceptional financial modelling
- Establish Forecasting and Budgeting processes
- Build KPI’s and analytics to make sense of complex data and present this to decision makers across the business
- Work with the CFO to produce mid and long term strategic planning
- Support negotiations and raising of debt capital
- Support and prepare the business for future VC fundraising
- Analyze performance identifying areas for growth (product development, margin improvement etc)
- Produce monthly Board Reporting with detailed commentary
- Business Partner with multiple teams in the business to challenge numbers and bring improved performance
- Work closely with the Data Analytics team to create dashboards and improve the accuracy of forecasting periodically
- Oversee the Accounting function managing a Controller
- Support the CFO facing off to VC investors
What We Need:
- Background in Investment banking, experience working in VC/PE firms or Corporate Finance/ M&A advisory experience
- Exceptional financial modelling skills
- Excellent communication skills
- High level of commercial acumen
What We’d Love to See (Non-Essential):
- Experience in a VC backed SaaS or Fintech start-up
- Experience scaling from $25m to $50m+ ARR (ideally $100m+)
- Experience in debt capital markets
- Experience establishing FP&A processes in a VC Backed Tech or Fintech start-up
Salary: $$250,000 - $300,000 + bonus + equity
Location: Remote
If you are interested about this exceptional opportunity, please connect with Fin on fin@harmonicfinance.com
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