UNLEASH
UNLEASH is hiring a Remote Chief Financial Officer
Job Description
Job Overview:
As the CFO, you will take responsibility for managing the financial operations of our UK and Hungarian entities, ensuring robust financial performance and compliance with local regulations. You will oversee all aspects of financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting while using key platforms to optimise workflows and financial management processes. You will report directly to the CEO and work closely with key stakeholders to align financial strategies with the company’s business objectives, including long-term growth and profitability.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Financial Leadership:
Define and execute the financial vision for our UK and Hungarian entities, aligning with long-term business objectives and growth targets.
Drive the financial planning cycle, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, to provide actionable insights to the leadership team.
Ensure readiness for potential investor relations, including due diligence, valuation optimization, and external stakeholder communications.
Digital Transformation: The CFO will play a key role in driving digital and operational transformation.
Operational Excellence: Implement best-in-class financial systems and processes to streamline operations and enhance accuracy across regions.
Managing year end and Interim UK Audit.
Risk Management:
Develop and implement risk management frameworks to identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks across both regions.
Establish strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and reduce financial exposure, particularly in the UK and Hungary.
Advise the leadership team on financial risks and help implement strategies to mitigate potential issues.
Stakeholder Communication:
Act as the key financial liaison for both internal and external stakeholders, including investors, auditors, and financial partners.
Provide regular financial insights and updates to the CEO and leadership team, ensuring alignment between financial strategy and business goals.
Alignment with Company Objectives:
Align financial operations with the broader company goals, such as growth, scalability, and investor relations.
Ensure that financial decisions and strategies support the company’s expansion plans and strategic initiatives across both regions.
Provide insights into how the business can optimise revenue, streamline costs, and improve financial efficiencies.
Qualifications
Experience and Qualifications:
Extensive experience leading financial operations.
Strong background in managing financial operations in the events, media, or tech industries, particularly across international markets (UK preferred but candidates with adjacent industry experience will also be considered).
In-depth knowledge of financial regulations and has experience managing multi-region financial accounts.
Expertise in managing P&L, forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting in high-growth companies.
Advanced degree (MBA, CPA, or equivalent) is preferred.
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