CFO | Life Sciences | Series B

DealHub Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 200,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Zanda is partnering with a BioTech/DeepTech start-up and seeks a CFO who has deep experience within science-led organizations. The role offers strategic influence at the executive level, close collaboration with the CEO, and leadership of a scalable finance function that supports fundraising and growth.

The successful candidate will oversee financial reporting, balance sheet, income statement and cash flow, while guiding external stakeholder relations and M&A considerations in a fast-growing

Qualifications

• Strong experience in BioTech, HealthTech, Life Sciences, AgriTech, Pharma, especially leading during Pre-Revenue.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic guidance to the Executive team and interface with the Board on financial health and risk areas.

Skills

Biotech leadership

Board interaction

Fundraising

Strategic planning

Team leadership

Education

Accounting qualification (ACA/CA/CPA/CIMA/ACCA)

MBA (considered with experience)

Bachelor’s degree in business/science/engineering/math

Job description

Zanda is an Executive search partner that works exclusively with high growth start-ups as they scale their business with senior talent. Zanda partners with VCs, Founders, CEOs, and CFOs when it comes to successfully delivering on key senior appointments.

Who is the business?

Zanda is partnering with a BioTech / DeepTech Start-up that is revolutionizing the scientific technologies available to play a major positive impact in the future of our environment. The business has assembled an incredibly impressive senior leadership team, and in recent years has raised significant Series A and Series B rounds from high profile investors. They are planning to raise Series C in the next 12-18 months.

The business has cultivated a strong team of high-calibre scientists & immerging leaders who are passionate about sustainability, evidence-based decision making and aiding in the solution to global issues. They are seeking a CFO who believes in the mission, understands the vision and has deep CFO experience gained within science led organisations.

Experience you will gain:

• Be a key member of the Executive team, providing strategic guidance and support on financial strategies. Interface directly with the Board, ensuring they have a clear sense of the overall financial health and potential risk areas of the company.
• Establish themselves as a strong “co-pilot” by supporting the CEO in strategic planning and driving the budget process, and delivery of the business plan.
• Leading in all planning & delivery regarding fundraising rounds whether that be a shorter term Series B+ follow on or a larger Series C raise.
• Leadership and development of a highly insightful and scalable finance function, able to inspire the strategic direction of the business.
• Overseeing the preparation of financial reports and statements, including the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement
• Monitoring and analysing financial performance, providing regular reports to the CEO and other members of the executive team
• Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and reporting requirements
• Developing and managing relationships with financial institutions, investors, and other external stakeholders
• Providing input and guidance on business decisions and potential investments including M&A

What background should you have before you press apply!

• Strong experience in BioTech, HealthTech, Life Sciences, AgriTech, Pharma (especially leading during Pre-Revenue)
• Proven leader with outstanding management skills
• Resilient, Collaborative, Big picture focused
• Previously played a leading role in a Series B + fundraise, IPO, PE or Trade Exit.
• Strong academic credentials, including a bachelor’s degree preferably in a business, science, technology, engineering, or mathematics discipline.
• Accounting qualification such as ACA, CA, CPA, CIMA or ACCA. An MBA qualification will also be considered when combined with relevant financial leadership and industry experience.
• Innovative, visionary thought partner with outstanding financial/business acumen and extensive qualitative and quantitative analytical skills.
• Experienced with Board, Investor, and shareholder interactions.
• A proven track record of building a finance team successfully inside a fast-growing and entrepreneurial company, ideally combining learnings from larger company environments on best practice.