Financial Director

The Financial Director will be a core member of the leadership team responsible for all aspects of financial strategy, capital structure, and fundraising. The ideal candidate will bring a strong entrepreneurial spirit, extensive experience in financial management, and a proven track record of securing investment or raising capital in fast-paced, service-oriented environments.Key Responsibilities Strategic Financial Leadership Develop and drive the company's financial strategy aligned with business goals Partner with the executive team on long-term financial planning and operational decisions Identify opportunities for cost optimization, margin improvement, and value creation Fundraising & Capital Strategy Lead end-to-end fundraising processes, including investor relations, pitch preparation, due diligence, and negotiations Build financial models and valuation scenarios to support funding rounds Manage relationships with investors, venture capital firms, and financial institutions Financial Operations & Reporting Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory financial requirements Provide timely and accurate reporting to internal stakeholders and external partners Risk & Governance Implement robust internal controls and risk management frameworks Support legal and tax planning initiatives in collaboration with advisors Qualifications Proven experience (10+ years) in financial leadership roles, ideally in consulting, professional services, or startup/scale-up environments Demonstrated success in fundraising (venture capital, private equity, or strategic investment)Strong grasp of financial modeling, investment evaluation, and capital structuring Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, CFA, or MBA (Finance) preferred Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills Highly entrepreneurial with a hands-on approach and growth-driven mindset #J-18808-Ljbffr