We’re Hiring: Fractional CFO

About the job

The Company myGwork is the business community for LGBT+ professionals, students, inclusive employers, and anyone who believes in workplace equality. We want to empower the LGBT+ community by offering our individual members a safe space where they can connect with inclusive employers, find jobs, mentors, professional events and news. myGwork is an Award-Winning Company. Founded in 2014, we have been listed as a Top 5 start-up with Pride by Geek Times and our Founders have won the Attitude Award Young LGBT+ Entrepreneur of the Year. As of today, the company has reached maturity, raised significant funding and is ready to enter a new era of growth.

What you will do

• As the key financial leader within the organisation, you will work closely with the founders, the executive leadership team and other senior stakeholders to shape the overall strategy of the business.
• You will personally lead the design and delivery of the financial strategy, including reporting, financing, and driving sustainable growth.

Areas of responsibility

• Growing a Finance function
  • Evaluate and optimise the efficiency and effectiveness of the core finance team's operations, structure, systems and technology.
  • Mentor and lead a high-performing finance team capable of supporting the organization's growth objectives.
  • Establish training programs and professional development opportunities to enhance the skills and knowledge of finance staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.
• Ownership over the financial model
  • Take the lead on the annual budget (in collaboration with Executive Team).
  • Analyse and enhance the financial model incl. both financial and operating targets ensuring its robustness, structural integrity, and alignment with business objectives.
  • Validate key assumptions, ensuring they reflect realistic drivers and are measurable to guide decision-making accurately.
  • Leverage internal data to refine the financial model, ensuring accurate forecasts for future funding and liquidity events.
  • Develop and communicate a comprehensive, accurate financial picture for potential funding or liquidity scenarios.
• Reporting
  • Ensure the quality and accuracy of management accounts, fostering transparency and precision in financial reporting.
  • Oversee sales invoicing and credit control processes to maximise efficiency and minimise risk.
  • Verify the accuracy of all Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) incl. financial, operating, sales, and else and revenue recognition, aligning reporting with actual outcomes.
  • Perform periodic latest estimate process for future month and financial year performance.
  • Own the monthly Board performance reports on financial and operating metrics vs. plan.
  • Provide financial leadership, offering credibility and strategic insights to the board.
  • Conduct potential tax reviews, including share option valuations, sales tax, and intellectual property considerations.
• Strategy
  • Assess and orchestrate the optimal mix and size of future equity or venture debt rounds to support growth initiatives.
  • Oversee the funding process, aligning financial strategies with the company's long-term goals.
  • Act as a strategic partner to the go-to-market sales team, balancing financial considerations with growth strategies.
  • Evolve pricing, sales structures, upsell strategies, and compensation plans for sustained success.
  • Standardise terms and conditions with clients and optimise legal turnaround time in deal management processes.
  • Shield executives from investor pressures, allowing focus on operational excellence.

Who you are

You are a seasoned finance professional with a passion for diversity and inclusion, eager to contribute to the success of a mission-driven organisation. Your profile would ideally include all or most of the following:

• Highest ethical standards
• CIMA, ACA or ACCA certification is essential
• Proven experience in financial leadership roles, ideally within a scaling business or similar environment
• In-depth knowledge of financial modelling, strategic planning, and tax regulations
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Exceptional communication and listening skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across departments
• High energy, results-oriented, and determined to do all necessary to assist in the company's success
• Dynamic with a true entrepreneurial spirit and passion for a fast-paced, growing environment
• Think strategically, drive to action, and be ready to roll up your sleeves
• Desire and ability to learn new things and be a part of a dynamic and growing team
• Ability to juggle multiple projects at once, last-minute requests and quick turnarounds with a positive attitude
• A passion for diversity, inclusion and everything LGBT+ related matters

What we offer

Competitive day-rate / compensation (pro-rated to 1-2 days per week switch to full-time in the medium-term possible / preferred) Shares