CFO – VC Backed B2B SaaS Start-up – Germany

Pearse Professionals; Berlin; Hybrid; COP 366,032,210 - 610,053,684; Full time

Job summary

An innovative B2B SaaS start-up is on the lookout for a dynamic CFO to lead their financial strategy and drive growth following a successful Series A funding. This role offers the chance to shape the future of a rapidly expanding company, leveraging AI to provide insights in the energy sector. As a strategic partner to the leadership team, you'll play a pivotal role in commercial initiatives and international expansion. If you're passionate about technology and ready to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in VC backed tech business and CFO experience in fast growth.
• Ability to present well and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Drive future business growth and support strategic planning with the CEO.
• Manage stakeholder relationships and develop KPI reporting.

Skills

Commercial Acumen

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Planning

Performance Analysis

Education

CFO Experience

Experience in VC Backed Tech Business

Experience in SaaS

Job description

CFO – VC Backed B2B SaaS Start-up – Germany

We’re excited to be working with one of Europe’s most exciting B2B SaaS start-ups who are looking for their first CFO following a significant Series A fundraise led by a top European Venture Capital fund.

Utilising their expert market knowledge, the co-founders have developed a unique AI-enabled platform that provides valuable insight to businesses in the energy industry.

Following a year in which they saw headcount more than double to 80 and ARR leap to $5m+, they are now expanding internationally across the continent.

Key responsibilities:

• Responsible for driving the future growth of the business
• Strategic partner to the CEO and wider leadership team to support on commercial initiatives and long-term strategic planning (including planning for an exit in c.4-5 years)
• Support their international expansion into the UK
• Continuous process improvement and automation to enable the business to scale
• Stakeholder management with the VC investors
• Own and continually develop KPI reporting and analysis of key SaaS metrics
• Identifying performance gaps and areas for potential improvement

Requirements:

• Proven track record of working within a VC backed tech business
• CFO experience in a fast growth start-up or scale-up
• Highly commercially astute
• Ability to become a strategic partner to the co-founders
• Excellent communicator with the ability to present well both internally and externally
• Experience in the SaaS space preferred

Location: Berlin Metropolitan Area (hybrid working model with an opportunity to become fully remote)

Seniority level: Executive

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Accounting/Auditing, Strategy/Planning, and Finance

Industries: Services for Renewable Energy, Software Development, and Financial Services