CFO - VC-Backed BioTech Start-Up (Post Series A) - Boston (Remote EST)
Company: Harmonic Finance Inc --- - Certified B Corp
Location: Garland
Posted on: January 17, 2023
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Job Description:
CFO - VC-Backed BioTech Start-Up (Post Series A) - Boston
(Remote EST) The Client
Harmonic are proud to be working with a rapidly growing VC-backed
Biotech start-up looking for their first CFO following the closure
of a significant Series A fundraise (over $100m). Backed by some of
the world's leading BioTech and Pharma VC investors they are using
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning technology to create
products that will change the lives of millions by harnessing the
power of the microbiome and 'gut' health. With a leading team of
scientists and tech specialists from some of the top schools in the
country they are preparing to come out of 'stealth mode' in the
coming months. Following the fundraise they are in the process of
building an Executive Leadership team to support the scale up phase
of the business and steer them through the completion of clinical
trials, regulatory approval and preparation for product launch over
the coming years. The Role
The CFO will work directly with the CEO shaping the strategic
direction of the business and ultimately take full responsibility
for the Finance function (FP&A, Financial Modelling and
Control). There is a heavy focus on driving future fundraising
rounds and building relationships with existing investors and Board
Members. The CFO will partner with Research teams, Scientists and
Tech teams to implement insightful analysis and forecasting
designed to deliver improved decision making and accountability.
Initially managing a Controller and FP&A Analyst, as with all
start-up roles, there will be a real 'hands on' element to the role
with the CFO having ultimate responsibility for ensuring the
implementation of robust financial controls and processes/ systems
which will support scale.
Responsibilities: - Partner with the CEO to develop short and
long-term strategy - Face off to VC investors and Board Members in
an investor relations capacity - Develop Pitch Decks and own the
end-to-end fundraising process for Series B and Series C rounds in
the coming years - Own the development and improvement of financial
models to support fundraising rounds - Build relationships with the
wider leadership team and implement the necessary KPI's and metrics
to support decision making - Own and establish a world class
FP&A function to ensure a sensible approach to 'cash burn' -
Develop improved budgeting and forecasting as the business moves
through the clinical trial phases - Oversee the implementation of
financial controls, tax and compliance processes - Ensure the
implementation of systems that are fit for purpose and scalable
continuously looking for areas of improvement - Build, train and
mentor a strong finance team - Continuously act as a Leader for the
wider business often supporting on Operational, Legal and People
projects What you need: - BioTech, HealthTech or MedTech experience
- Previous experience in a Tech start-up - Excellent communicator -
Strategic thinker - Expert in building out finance and supporting
teams What we'd like to see: - Wider Tech Start-Up experience -
Delivered VC funding rounds (Series A, B or C) - Experience
Pre-Revenue - Experience in a regulated environment - MBA,
Investment Banking background or Qualified Accountant Package:
$300,000 - $400,000 + Bonus + Generous Equity/ Share Options +
Benefits Package Location: Boston, MA (Remote East Coast)
Please get in touch with at Fin on fin@harmonicfinance.com
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Keywords: Harmonic Finance Inc --- - Certified B Corp, Garland , CFO - VC-Backed BioTech Start-Up (Post Series A) - Boston (Remote EST), Executive , Garland, Texas
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