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Jean-Pierre Puchulu
Early-Stage & Growth-Stage Startup Advisor
CFO - Biotech
This is a fractional client-facing role. Our client is in the Biotech industry, and experience of > 5 years in this industry is a REQUIREMENT. Must also have > 5 years of CFO experience in a startup environment. This is a remote position.
Boston Startup CFO has been providing CFO and Finance support to startups and early-stage companies since 2016. The ideal candidate should have deep experience in working with startups and early-stage companies. Because of the nature of our clients, you must have a roll-up-your-sleeves mentality balanced with the ability to provide high-level financial management and direction. This mindset is also critical in helping match our clients with a CFO that is the right cultural fit. Our model is to maintain a long-term relationship with our clients, so their success becomes our success. We want CFOs that are interested in more than a short-term project, and you would also be considered for other client engagements.
Responsibilities
Strategic & Tactical Finance
Financial reporting
Bookkeeper oversight
Performance benchmarks & KPI metrics
Budget & Forecast development
Growth Planning & Milestone Development
Cash flow reporting
Fundraising prep for future funding rounds
Soft Skills
Cultural awareness – have the savvy to identify and quickly adapt to the client’s culture
Communication - understanding the perspective of CEO / Founder Teams
Collaboration - we pride ourselves on being a "partner" as opposed to a "service"
Adaptability - willingness to continue to grow and learn
Problem solving – proactive approach and inclusion of others in the process
Openness - ability to provide honest & constructive feedback, be transparent
Qualifications
5 years’ experience in Biotech
5 years’ experience working with startups is required
Working with complex structures (C-Corp / LLC subsidiary)
Background in biotech compliance & reporting
Tax Planning & Filings / R&D Tax Credits
Outstanding References and background checks are required
The ideal CFO should have vast experience with Biotech. Our client is also looking for an entrepreneurial-minded CFO that is open to new ideas and creativity. You must be a good cultural fit.
No professional agencies please, we already have great relationships.
Employment type
Contract
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