Fractional CFO

Location

London, UK

Overview

Pearse Professionals are partnering with a fast-scaling SaaS business at a pivotal stage as it prepares for a significant fundraise. As such, they are looking to appoint a commercially minded CFO with a background in investment banking, corporate finance, or private equity, who can bring structure, strategic insight, and investor credibility to the finance function.


Role & Responsibilities

  • Join a dynamic, founder-led SaaS company with clear product–market fit and a rapidly growing customer base

  • Work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to shape the growth strategy and support investor engagement

  • Lead and strengthen financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes

  • Build and deliver high-quality fundraising materials – including investor decks, data rooms, financial models, and scenario analysis

  • Act as a strategic finance partner, offering investor-grade insight and guidance to support key decisions


Ideal Candidate

  • A strong background in investment banking, transaction services, or private equity, with some exposure to SaaS or technology-enabled businesses

  • Excellent technical finance skills, with a particular focus on modelling, FP&A, and KPI reporting for recurring revenue models

  • Experience supporting equity fundraising processes, with a clear understanding of investor expectations and due diligence requirements

  • A hands-on, pragmatic approach with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, scaling environment

  • Strong communication skills and the gravitas to engage confidently with founders, investors, and wider stakeholders


Connect with Will Sharples for more details.
willsharples@pearseprofessionals.com

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