Fractional CFO | Innovative Eco-Cycling Technology Start-Up | 3-Month Contract

Harmonic are delighted to be working with one of the UK's most innovative and sustainable cycling Start-Ups, who are seeking a Fractional CFO one day a week for an initial 3-Month engagement, with a strong likelihood of it becoming an ongoing commitment. Their Technology is yet to hit the market, and when it does it is set to make waves within the sustainable cycling industry.

The Client

Our client is an early-stage Start-Up who are preparing for their second round of significant Seed fundraising. Their innovative product is unique within the eco-cycling market and is already attracting attention from some of the largest Venture Capital funds in the UK and Internationally. Run by a seasoned CEO who has a track record of building and exiting successful Start-Ups within the sustainability and SaaS space.

Their product has been expertly designed by an award-winning industrial designer and the prototype has already been proven as a market leader. Their product works alongside an innovative SaaS based platform.

With office in Central London, our client is working in one of London's most exciting innovation hubs. They are strongly led by their company values and are hoping the candidate shares their affinity towards sustainability.

The Role

The most significant experience required in this position is a senior finance professional who is adept at engaging and acquiring fundraising through VC as well as private investment. The candidate will therefore need to be well connected and have an excellent track record in raising capital.

• Build and adapt a strong financial Model for the business as they move into a new stage of development
• Liaise with current internal stakeholders and executive team to develop a budgeting and forecasting model
• Play a key role in strategic decision making and be required to work on a range of both commercial and financial projects.
• Work with sales and tech delivery teams to support the implementation of SaaS metrics and KPIs.
• Lead the company into further fundraising in the new year
• Support the CEO on Ad-hoc projects
• Successfully managing upwards effectively; acting as a trusted advisor to the board.

Essential Experience

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified
• Strong level of communication both written and verbal
• Excellent Leadership and interpersonal skills
• Recent experience working as a CFO in a manufacturing company
• Previous experience leading on fundraising
• Ability to work across different roles in the company
• A willingness to roll up their sleeves and get hands on within the Start-Up

Bonus Experience

• Recent experience in a SaaS or online platform which was heavy on data analysis or subscription-based model
• Recent experience working as a CFO in a manufacturing/Product/FMCG company
• Experience with Private Equity and Venture Capital.

Day Rate £800-£900/day (Outside IR35)

Location London

Start Date ASAP

Please feel free to get in touch with Ewan Fenley for more information ()

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