Fractional CFO — Climate Tech Scale-Up (Hybrid London)

Smartechindia; City of London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A pioneering clean-tech venture in London is seeking a Fractional CFO to lead financial strategy and operations. The role requires a strategic finance leader with experience in early-stage environments and a strong financial modeling background. Successful candidates will engage closely with the founder and executive team to build financial maturity and attract investors. This part-time opportunity is ideal for a mission-driven professional focused on sustainability with potential equity upside.

Benefits

Flexible day rate

Equity potential

High-autonomy role

Qualifications

• Proven experience in early-stage or growth ventures, especially in hard tech or impact-led businesses.
• Track record of working closely with founders and/or boards.
• Operational confidence in cash oversight, fundraising, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Redesign and own a fit-for-purpose financial model for internal and external use.
• Partner with the CEO on investor readiness including financial storytelling.
• Lead cash flow oversight and cost discipline.
• Support financial operations across multiple jurisdictions.
• Oversee outsourced accounting and bookkeeping functions.
• Act as a thought partner on pricing and long-term value creation.

Skills

Financial modeling

Investor presentation skills

Cash oversight

Fundraising

Operations management

Multi-country operations

Job description

A pioneering clean-tech venture in London is seeking a Fractional CFO to lead financial strategy and operations. The role requires a strategic finance leader with experience in early-stage environments and a strong financial modeling background. Successful candidates will engage closely with the founder and executive team to build financial maturity and attract investors. This part-time opportunity is ideal for a mission-driven professional focused on sustainability with potential equity upside.