CFO/SVP Finance - SaaS Startup/ Scale up M/F

Yaz Associates is looking for a dynamic and energetic CFO/SVP Finance to join very exciting and fast expanding SaaS scale up technology company.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‐on CFO/SVP of Finance to build out a best‐in‐class finance function, implement SaaS metrics and KPI’s, build out forecasting models and a 3-5 year strategic plan. There will likely be additional funding rounds in which the CFO is expected to take the lead, securing further growth capital for their international expansion.

We are looking for someone who will need to drive a business partnering culture providing the CEO, CRO and CGO with insightful analysis to enable informed strategic decision making.

Responsibilities

• Familiarity with working in a multi-faceted matrix environment
• Team leadership/management skills required
• Financial Management: Planning, Analysis, and Forecasting
• Establishing and developing relations with senior management and external partners and stakeholders
• Treasury & Cash Management
• German Accounting & GAAP software recognition expert

Qualifications

• MBA or equivalent in Finance, CPA and/or
• MBA.ACCA/CIMA Qualification.
• 7+ years of experience as an executive in a SaaS software company
• Proven track record at raising funds through traditional and non-traditional avenues
• Previous experience of working in private equity owned businesses is desirable
• Experience in handling capital raising, acquisitions
• Solid GAAP and financial reporting technical skills
• Plan, implement and manage investment strategies
• Track and ensure cash flow is appropriate and sustainable
• Plan and perform risk management duties
• MUST BE BERLIN Based / Or Willing to relocate to Berlin ASAP
• Fluent German preferred

This will be an excellent opportunity to work in a challenging, performance‐focused company in a high‐demand market sector, that has already shown tremendous growth and with an opportunity‐filled runway ahead.