Flourish are hiring for a CFO on behalf of our client in the software development space. This a london based hybrid position with ad-hoc travel to Sweden required.
The Role:
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key member of the executive team, responsible for leading all financial operations and strategy. The CFO will drive financial planning, oversee SaaS metrics, manage investor and banking relations, and ensure compliance, supporting the company’s growth and profitability objectives.
The role is London-based and will include ad-hoc travel to Sweden. We operate a hybrid model working model with a minimum 3 days in the office for all our staff.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Leadership
- Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with growth objectives.
- Partner with the CEO’s, the private equity company and executive teams to drive operational efficiencies and align financial goals with business objectives.
- Provide financial insights and recommendations for short-term and long-term decision-making.
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling processes.
- Present detailed financial analysis to the executive teams and board.
- Monitor key SaaS metrics (ARR, MRR, churn, LTV:CAC ratio, NRR) to optimize financial health and value creation.
Capital Structure & Fundraising
- Manage relationships with investors, lenders, and stakeholders.
- Optimize capital structure to support growth and strategic M&A opportunities.
- Ensure compliance with ongoing lender obligations.
Operational Efficiency & Cost Management
- Drive operational improvements across finance and other departments, focusing on automation and SaaS-specific metrics.
- Ensure effective cash flow management, working capital optimization, and cost control.
- Develop financial policies, procedures, and controls for efficiency and compliance.
Risk Management & Compliance
- Oversee all financial and legal compliance matters, including accounting standards, tax regulations, and data privacy laws.
- Identify and mitigate financial, operational, and cybersecurity risks.
Team Leadership & Collaboration
- Build and lead a high-performing finance team.
- Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with product, engineering, and commercial teams to drive business performance
Qualifications & Skills
- Degree in finance, accounting, or related field.
- Professional qualification (ICAEW, ICAS, ACCA or international equivalent).
- Significant experience in senior financial leadership roles, ideally in SaaS or high-growth technology sectors.
- Deep understanding of SaaS metrics, subscription revenue models, and digital business operations.
- Strong analytical, strategic, and communication skills.
- Proven ability to lead through change, drive digital transformation, and manage complex stakeholder relationships.
Success Metrics
- SaaS metric improvement (ARR, MRR, churn, LTV:CAC ratio, NRR)
- EBITDA growth
- Cash flow optimization
- Accurate forecasting and reporting
- Successful capital management.
