At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial strategy and operations for a high-growth e-commerce business.
- Company: Dynamic e-commerce scale-up with a strong market presence across Europe.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, opportunity to make a significant impact, and flexible working arrangements.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace culture welcoming diverse applicants.
- Why this job: Join a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of a thriving business.
- Qualifications: Proven interim CFO experience with strong FP&A skills and e-commerce background.
Harmonic are delighted to be working with a high‐growth e‐commerce business in their search for an Interim CFO for a 6‐month period. Our client is interested in discussing with Interim CFOs who have a track record on Interim/Contract assignments, highlighting an ability to deliver value quickly.
The Client: A globally scaled e‐commerce business operating across multiple European markets. The business has achieved significant scale, is profitable with strong fundamentals, and the focus now is on sharpening commercial discipline, improving EBITDA margins, and raising the bar on strategic finance.
The Role: A 6‐month interim CFO engagement reporting directly to the CEO. As the CFO, you will take full ownership of the finance function at a pivotal moment. This is both a strategic and operational role. The priority areas are transformation around Systems, FP&A, board communication, and cost efficiency, as well as managing the full finance function across reporting, treasury, controls, and compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as strategic partner to the CEO, leading the value creation plan and driving commercial decision‐making across the business.
- Own all financial reporting and board pack preparation, shifting the focus from data volume to strategic narrative and clear insight.
- Build and lead a rigorous FP&A capability, introducing unit economics discipline including LTV, CAC, and broader commercial analysis.
- Manage the full finance function: group reporting, month‐end close, treasury, and financial controls.
- Oversee statutory reporting, audit coordination, tax, and regulatory compliance across the group.
- Manage multi‐currency treasury and cash management across multiple markets.
- Lead, develop, and set clear priorities for the finance team.
Proven interim CFO track record with revenues in excess of £100m, ideally within an e‐commerce or digital business. Strong FP&A background with a clear understanding of unit economics (LTV, CAC etc.). Demonstrable experience driving cost efficiency and EBITDA improvement in a scaling or mid‐market business. Career contractor with a track record of landing quickly and delivering impact.
Location: UK‐based with regular European travel required. Contract: 6 months. Start Date: ASAP.
At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.
Interim CFO | E-commerce Scale-Up | £2,000–3,000 per day in London employer: Harmonic FinanceTM | Certified B Corp
Join a dynamic and rapidly growing e-commerce business as an Interim CFO, where you will play a crucial role in shaping the financial strategy and driving commercial success. With a strong focus on employee development and a culture that values innovation and collaboration, this company offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact while working in a vibrant environment across multiple European markets. Enjoy competitive daily rates and the chance to lead a talented finance team during a pivotal transformation phase.
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