Five years ago, a strong fintech CFO candidate was someone who could close the books quickly, produce clean audited financials, and explain variance to the board without drama. That description still matters, but it no longer describes the job. Private equity sponsors evaluating fintech finance leaders today are asking a different question entirely: can this person build the model, defend the pricing, own the lender relationship, and query the data themselves, without waiting for someone else to hand them the analysis? The gap between those two descriptions is where most CFO searches in this sector are currently getting stuck, and it is worth understanding exactly what changed and why.

Artificial intelligence isn’t something businesses are waiting for anymore. It’s already here, and it’s embedded in tools and workflows that companies of every size can access today.

The CFO who gets you to Series C is rarely the CFO who takes you to IPO. Yet most boards still hire “a CFO” as if the role is static.

Private equity firms dabbling in tech isn’t new. But in 2024 and 2025, they’ve gone all-in.

As we fast approach 2024, the world of fintech is hurtling through a digital cosmos, reshaping how we interact with our finances. The speed of innovation is relentless, and the financial landscape is undergoing a tectonic shift. Here, we take you on a high-velocity tour of the top 5 fintech trends that are rewriting the rules and revolutionizing the industry. Buckle up, because we're about to dive deep into the future of finance.

FinTech start-ups have made a huge impact in the world of finance, emerging as key disruptors that deliver innovative solutions for businesses and consumers alike.

Whether you’re a pre-rev start-up or a fast-growth business looking to scale, getting your internal finances in order is crucial for success.

The FinTech industry has earned a reputation for delivering constant innovation, cutting-edge technology, and groundbreaking products - and that isn’t going to change in 2023.

There are a lot of responsibilities involved with being a start-up leader, from generating new business to developing products and services. The to-do list can feel endless at times, meaning it’s easy to overlook important tasks and business opportunities.

The Boston start-up space is packed with innovative and progressive businesses that have achieved significant growth in a short period.

Earlier this month, some of the Harmonic team and I had the pleasure of attending Web Summit 2022 held in Lisbon. Web Summit is Europe’s largest tech event that brings together some of the biggest names in tech alongside a global community of start-ups.

Hiring a CFO is a huge milestone for ambitious start-ups. These experts can completely transform the financial health and revenue potential of small businesses. CFOs often tackle vital responsibilities such as revenue forecasting, cash flow management, and strategic planning - all of which are key to sustained growth.

The role of FP&A teams (Financial Planning & Analysis) has evolved significantly over the years.

The FinTech market is growing at an astonishing rate. The industry value is expected to reach $310 billion by 2022, and it’s showing no signs of slowing down. FinTech currently receives around $50 billion in investments every year - unsurprising when you consider that two-thirds of financial transactions are now made online.

With the pandemic still raging in the US, 2021 was a difficult year for many. However, the year also saw a huge amount of growth in many tech sectors with no sign of slowing down.

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In the past two decades we have seen exponential growth in the Tech start-up and scale-up space and there is one trait, regardless of industry or sector, whether in SaaS, Artificial Intelligence, Fintech, e-commerce, HealthTech, AdTech or a whole host of others, that they have in common and that is exponential headcount growth.

The dreaded brown envelope. The harbinger of the HMRC Investigation. Does a visit from the tax man have to be terrifying? We look at why they investigate, what process they follow and how you can avoid them coming in the first place…