Global Accounting Network is supporting an exciting early-stage technology start-up to hire an Interim Fractional CFO. This is a hands-on, high-impact role partnering closely with the founders as the business prepares for a major fundraising round and builds the financial foundations for scaling and international expansion. You'll bring commercial leadership, investor-ready modelling, and strategic rigour to help shape the company's next phase of growth in an AI/technology environment.
Required Skills
- Proven CFO / Fractional CFO experience within early-stage start-ups and high-growth technology businesses.
- Demonstrable experience supporting venture fundraising (pre-seed, seed and/or Series A).
- Advanced financial modelling skills, with the ability to produce and present investor-ready models.
- Strong commercial finance capability across forecasting, cash flow, and margin analysis.
- Ability to operate hands-on in an entrepreneurial, fast-moving environment.
- Confident stakeholder management skills, including direct partnering with founders and investors.
Responsibilities
- Support and advise the founders throughout the fundraising process.
- Build, refine, and present robust financial models for investor discussions.
- Develop unit economics, revenue forecasts, cash flow projections, and margin analysis.
- Provide strategic guidance on investment readiness, growth planning, and scaling operations.
- Advise on international operating structures across the UK, US, and Latin America.
- Provide input on cross-border taxation and OECD transfer pricing considerations.
- Establish and improve financial infrastructure, reporting, and processes to support scale.
Additional Skills
- Background in AI, SaaS, or technology-led business models.
- Experience supporting international expansion across multiple jurisdictions.
- Familiarity with investor expectations, board reporting, and due diligence preparation.
- Ability to build lightweight finance operations suitable for early-stage scale-ups.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) or demonstrably equivalent senior finance leadership background.
- Significant experience in venture-backed start-ups or scaling technology businesses.
- Track record of guiding leadership teams through fundraising and building finance functions in growth environments.
Salary Competitive
Location London, United Kingdom
Reference 10358
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Interim Fractional CFO in City of London employer: Global Accounting Network
Join a dynamic entertainment organisation in Newcastle as a Finance Systems Manager, where you'll play a pivotal role in modernising financial systems within a vibrant and fast-paced environment. We offer a collaborative work culture that prioritises employee growth through continuous professional development and innovative projects, alongside competitive benefits that enhance work-life balance. Embrace the unique opportunity to lead transformative initiatives while being part of a passionate team dedicated to delivering exceptional financial insights.
