Job Title: Chief Financial Officer Department: Finance Role description: We are entering a transformative stage in our growth journey and are seeking a dynamic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead our financial strategy as we prepare for a successful Initial Public Offering (IPO). This is a high-impact executive role with visibility across the organisation and with external stakeholders. As CFO, you will serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and Board of Directors, providing leadership, direction, and management of the company’s finance and accounting teams. You will play a central role in guiding the company through its IPO readiness process and beyond, ensuring that financial operations, compliance, and reporting align with public company standards. Roles/Responsibilities: Strategic Financial Leadership Drive financial strategy, planning, and performance management in alignment with business goals. Partner with the executive team to develop long-term strategic plans and capital allocation strategies. Evaluate and refine the business model to maximise enterprise value and support IPO positioning. IPO Readiness and Execution Lead all financial aspects of the IPO process, including readiness assessments, financial reporting transformation, governance enhancements, and investor relations planning. Ensure compliance with SEC regulations and public company accounting standards (e.g., SOX, GAAP/IFRS). Partner with legal, banking, and advisory teams to prepare offering materials, financial disclosures, and investor communications. Financial Operations & Compliance Oversee all aspects of financial management including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, accounting, treasury, tax, and audit. Implement robust internal controls, risk management systems, and scalable financial processes. Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing finance and accounting team. Stakeholder Communication Serve as the financial spokesperson to investors, analysts, and stakeholders. Prepare and deliver regular reports and presentations to the Board of Directors. Build relationships with investment banks, auditors, legal counsellors, and other external advisors. Desired Skills: - Proven experience as CFO or senior finance executive in a high-growth company, ideally with experience leading a company through an IPO. Strong understanding of capital markets, IPO regulations, and investor expectations. Deep expertise in financial modelling, strategic planning, and operational finance. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field; MBA, CPA, or CFA preferred. Why Join Us? High-impact role with direct influence on strategic decision-making. Collaborative, innovative, and mission-driven culture. Show more Show less