Finance Director

4 days ago


Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark Zanda Full time
Job Description

Zanda is an executive search partner that works exclusively with high growth start-ups as they scale their business with senior talent.

We are partnering with a rapidly growing hardware & software business based in Copenhagen as they seek a VP Finance / CFO to help professionalize the company ahead of a Series B raise.

About the Role
  • The Founder & CEO is seeking a strategic financial leader to drive the business forward and shape the company's financial strategy.
  • This role will be pivotal in owning future fundraising efforts, building financial foundations, and driving data-driven decision-making across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
  1. Leverage your expertise in financial modeling, pricing strategies, and revenue forecasting to inform strategic decisions.
  2. Collaborate with product and commercial teams to develop pricing strategies that align with market needs and drive revenue growth.
  3. Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  4. Ensure full financial visibility by connecting data across the organization, enabling data-driven decision-making.
  5. Oversee reliable month-end close processes and ensure historical data integrity.
  6. Manage cash flow, working capital, and financial risk to maintain stability and support the company's growth trajectory.
  7. Establish and monitor key metrics and OKRs across the business to drive performance.
  8. Support senior commercial negotiations with suppliers and partners, including oversight of legal and contractual agreements.
  9. Lead and support elements of international expansion, ensuring financial operations are compliant and scalable.
Requirements
  • Proven experience as a VP Finance or CFO in a scaling startup.
  • Demonstrated success leading Series A–C fundraising rounds.
  • High IQ and EQ, with the ability to navigate complex strategic and operational challenges.
  • Expertise in financial modeling, pricing strategies, and revenue forecasting.
  • Strong business partnering skills, with the ability to distill complex financial data into actionable insights for stakeholders.
  • Experience with international financial operations, including familiarity with financial regulations and compliance standards in both the EU and US markets.
  • Excellent communication skills, capable of conveying financial insights clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
  • Ability to balance major strategic initiatives (e.g., fundraising, business intelligence development) with meticulous attention to operational details (e.g., margins, financial controls).
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills, with a proven ability to build and inspire high-performing teams.


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