Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

EdTech SaaS | Series B Scale-Up

The Role

We are seeking a commercial, hands-on CFO to partner with the CEO and Board in scaling a fast-growing EdTech SaaS business following a successful Series B raise.

This is a pivotal role combining strategic finance leadership, operational rigour, and investor credibility, supporting rapid revenue growth, international expansion, and long-term value creation.

The CFO will build a world-class finance function while acting as a trusted adviser on strategy, capital allocation, unit economics, and risk.

Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic & Commercial Leadership

Act as a strategic partner to the CEO, shaping company strategy and long-term financial planning
Lead financial input into growth initiatives, pricing strategy, market entry, and product investment decisions
Drive value creation through disciplined capital allocation and performance management

Financial Planning & Analysis

Own budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning aligned to ARR growth and customer lifetime value
Develop robust SaaS metrics and dashboards (ARR, MRR, CAC, LTV, churn, gross margin, burn, runway)
Ensure data-driven decision-making across leadership and functional teams

Investor & Board Engagement

Serve as the primary financial interface with investors, Board members, and lenders
Prepare and present Board packs, investor updates, and financial narratives suitable for future fundraising
Support Series C readiness, strategic partnerships, and potential M&A activity

Financial Operations & Controls

Build and lead a scalable finance function, including accounting, FP&A, tax, and compliance
Ensure strong financial controls, governance, and audit readiness
Oversee cash management, working capital, and treasury strategy

Revenue & Commercial Finance

Partner with Sales and Customer Success to optimise revenue recognition, pricing, and contract structures
Support scaling of subscription, enterprise, and international revenue models
Ensure compliance with SaaS accounting standards (e.g. IFRS / GAAP, revenue recognition)

Technology & Systems

Lead the selection and implementation of finance systems appropriate for a scaling SaaS business
Ensure seamless integration with CRM, billing, and analytics platforms

Candidate ProfileExperience

Proven CFO or senior finance leader experience within a high-growth SaaS or technology scale-up
Prior exposure to VC-backed businesses, ideally at Series B–C stage or beyond
Strong understanding of subscription-based business models and unit economics
Experience supporting international expansion and complex revenue models
Track record of building finance functions that scale

Skills & Capabilities

Commercially astute with strong analytical and strategic thinking
Confident communicator with the ability to influence founders, Boards, and investors
Hands-on, pragmatic leader who balances pace with control
Comfortable operating in ambiguity and rapid change

Qualifications

ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent financial qualification
Strong grounding in SaaS financial metrics and reporting

Personal Attributes

Entrepreneurial mindset with strong ownership mentality
High integrity and sound judgement
Collaborative, low-ego leadership style
Resilient, adaptable, and outcomes-focused

Why Join?

Opportunity to shape the financial future of a mission-driven EdTech platform
Direct influence on strategy, growth, and long-term exit value
High-impact role with meaningful equity participation
Work alongside an ambitious, founder-led leadership team

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From £200,000.00 per year

Experience:

Leadership: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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