Chief Financial Officer (Climate-tech, pre-Series A startup)

A rapidly growing, VC-backed climate tech company is hiring a CFO as part of their expansion plans. This early-stage startup is tackling a critical decarbonisation challenge in a traditionally hard-to-abate sector and has raised capital from leading global impact investors.

The business is looking for a finance leader to join the team early, work directly with the Founder, and build the finance function from the ground up. You will operate as a true #1 in finance, with full ownership across all areas of finance, while heavily supporting strategic initiatives including fundraising, asset structuring, and new business build-outs.

This is a hands-on role - ideal for someone who is excited to roll up their sleeves in a lean team and grow with the company.

What you will do

• Build and run the finance function end-to-end (with outsourced accounting support initially)
• Work directly with the Founder on financial strategy, fundraising, and business planning
• Support debt structuring and asset financing initiatives
• Develop financial models, budgets, and cash flow management frameworks
• Set up financial controls, processes, and reporting from scratch
• Get involved in strategic projects, including newco / asset holding structures and partnerships

What we are looking for

• Big 4 background (Audit or Transaction Services)
• +10 years of experience, ideally with some exposure to a startup or high-growth environment
• Experience in a capex heavy business is a plus, along with exposure to debt financing, transaction advisory
• Commercial mindset and interest in sustainability / climate

If you are looking for a role with real impact - not just in scaling the company, but also in shaping a greener, more sustainable future - this is that opportunity.