Part time Finance Director – CPG startup - London

Talentedge; London; Hybrid; GBP 130,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A rapidly growing consumer goods startup in London seeks a Part-time Finance Director to oversee daily finance operations and partner with co-founders for strategic decisions. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with proven experience in high-growth FMCG/CPG sectors and strong fundraising capabilities. A hybrid work structure is offered with significant potential for growth and impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-growth FMCG/CPG startups and understanding of key market drivers.
• Proven Finance Director/CFO with scaling experience in hyper-growth companies.
• Significant fundraising experience and US or multi-national experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily finance operations.
• Transform data into insights for decision making.
• Partner with Co-Founders and COO to monitor and execute the Business Plan.
• Lead FP&A, commercial finance, business partnering, and KPI analysis.
• Drive expansion in new markets, products, and partnerships.

Skills

Qualified accountant

Strong analytical skills

Advanced Excel proficiency

Experience in high-growth FMCG/CPG startups

Articulate and inquisitive

Tools

Xero

Unleashed

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Part time Finance Director – CPG startup - London, London

Client: Talentedge

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 7ed4804299f6

Job Views: 7

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

Part time Finance Director – CPG startup

Ref: 2714 | Date Posted: Thursday 10 Jul 2025

Details:

• 3 days p/w - (1 day p/w in City of London office)
• £130/150k (pro rata) + options

Talentedge is partnering with an early-stage, hyper-growth omnichannel CPG (consumer packed goods) startup for their #1 finance position.

The business will close this year with over £11m in revenues (£6m last year) and is forecasting £20m next year. Their US operations are thriving, with products sold in major outlets, building on UK partnerships with Tier 1 retailers and brands.

We know the business well, having placed their first permanent finance hire (Financial Controller), who is excelling in leading the finance function.

Working closely with passionate co-founders, an impressive leadership team (including a superstar COO), Board, and advisors, this is an exciting opportunity to join a market leader with unique & custom products.

Key responsibilities:

• Oversee daily finance operations
• Transform data into insights for decision making
• Partner with Co-Founders and COO to monitor and execute the Business Plan
• Lead FP&A, commercial finance, business partnering, and KPI analysis
• Drive expansion in new markets, products, and partnerships
• Manage investor relationships and fundraising activities
• Handle cash flow, working capital, and treasury, including foreign exchange
• Develop financial systems, controls, risk policies, and multi-jurisdictional tax strategies
• Review operational performance regularly
• Track costs, especially production-related ones

Profile:

• Qualified accountant
• Experience in high-growth FMCG/CPG startups, understanding key market drivers
• Proven Finance Director/CFO with scaling experience in hyper-growth companies
• Significant fundraising experience
• US or multi-national experience preferred
• Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel proficiency
• Articulate, inquisitive, hands-on business partner
• Experience with Xero & Unleashed

This is an opportunity not to be missed. Please contact us ASAP if you meet the requirements.