Description
About the Company
We are a growth-oriented organisation focused on building sustainable operations, improving financial performance, and making informed strategic decisions. We value accurate financial information, disciplined financial management, and forward-looking planning to support business expansion.
We are seeking an experienced Virtual CFO / Finance Manager to provide strategic financial leadership, strengthen financial governance, and support executive management with financial insights. The successful candidate will combine commercial judgement with strong financial analysis to help guide business performance, profitability, and long-term growth.
Role Overview
The Virtual CFO / Finance Manager will oversee financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and performance analysis while advising leadership on business strategy, funding requirements, and financial risks. Working remotely with management and operational teams, the role will ensure that financial decisions are supported by reliable data, appropriate controls, and clear financial recommendations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development of financial strategies aligned with the organisation’s commercial objectives and growth plans.
- Prepare annual budgets, rolling forecasts, financial plans, and long-term financial projections.
- Analyse revenue, expenditure, profitability, margins, and operating performance to identify improvement opportunities.
- Produce monthly management accounts and executive financial reports with clear commentary on variances and business trends.
- Advise senior management on investment decisions, cost optimisation, pricing, funding needs, and resource allocation.
- Monitor cash flow, working capital, liquidity, and financial commitments to maintain business stability.
- Establish financial KPIs and management dashboards to support informed decision-making.
- Evaluate financial risks and recommend appropriate controls, mitigation measures, and governance improvements.
- Support business expansion, new product initiatives, commercial partnerships, and strategic investment assessments.
- Oversee financial modelling and scenario analysis for different growth and market conditions.
- Coordinate with external accountants, auditors, tax advisers, banks, and other financial service providers.
- Ensure that financial reporting and internal procedures align with applicable accounting standards and Estonian legal requirements relevant to the business.
- Present financial performance, forecasts, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership.
- Identify opportunities to improve financial systems, reporting automation, and operational efficiency.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration; a master’s degree or relevant professional qualification is an advantage.
- At least 5 years of experience in financial management, financial planning and analysis, controllership, or CFO-level advisory work.
- Demonstrated experience preparing budgets, financial forecasts, management reports, and business performance analysis.
- Strong knowledge of financial statements, cash flow management, working capital, profitability analysis, and financial controls.
- Experience advising business leaders on financial strategy, operational performance, and commercial decisions.
- Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills, with experience using ERP, accounting, or business intelligence systems.
- Ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable recommendations.
- Strong leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and analytical skills.
- Understanding of Estonian and EU financial reporting, tax, and regulatory considerations relevant to the organisation.
- ACCA, CIMA, CPA, or equivalent professional qualification is preferred.
- Experience supporting SMEs, technology businesses, fintech organisations, or scaling companies is an advantage.
What We Offer
- Fully remote working arrangements, subject to agreed employment eligibility.
- Competitive compensation based on experience and strategic responsibilities.
- Opportunities to influence financial strategy and business growth.
- Direct collaboration with executive leadership and key decision-makers.
- Access to modern financial systems, reporting tools, and analytical resources.
- Professional development and opportunities to broaden strategic finance expertise.
- Paid annual leave and benefits in accordance with company policy and applicable employment requirements.
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit an up-to-date CV highlighting their financial leadership experience, strategic planning capabilities, budgeting and forecasting expertise, and professional qualifications.
Please include examples of financial improvements, business advisory projects, or strategic initiatives you have supported, without disclosing confidential employer information.
Shortlisted candidates may be invited to discuss financial strategy, forecasting scenarios, cash management, and approaches to improving business performance.
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