Maryam Salman

Senior Fund Controller (Venture Capital Fund Berlin, Germany Hybrid)

Maryam Salman · May 19, 2022 ·

About the job

Exceptional opportunity for a Senior Fund Controller to join an established Berlin based Venture Capital Fund which has invested into 150+ disruptive and high-tech start-up companies across Europe and the USA.

As a key member of the Operations Team with two direct reports, you will work closely with the Operating Partner on a variety of tasks, including:

● Exposure to a broad range of transactions (from financing rounds, through M&A transactions, restructurings, IPOs and closing our funds).

● Be responsible for a comprehensive overview of capitalization tables (and waterfalls) of our portfolio companies across all funds.

● Own the preparation of quarterly reports for the funds and contribute to other investor communications (e.g. fundraising data rooms, investor presentations etc.).

● Be responsible for cash flow / reserve planning as well as efficient processing of distributions.

● Regulatory reporting (German Federal Bank, BAFIN, FATCA, CRS, etc.).

● Financial statements (and their audits) of the funds (e.g. preparation of management reports).

● Communicate with banks and external service providers (tax advisors/accountants, auditors, insurance brokers, etc.).

● Support international expansion.

We are searching for a highly motivated professional with a mix of finance, tax and operations who will have positive impact in a highly dynamic environment who is fluent in English and German.

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Head Of Marketing – SET Ventures Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands – On-site

Maryam Salman · May 19, 2022 ·

About the job

The need for sustainable energy solutions has never been more clear. Amsterdam-based SET Ventures is the leading European investor in digital technologies for a carbon-free energy system. With three funds and €200 million under management, we support entrepreneurs with capital, community and insights to become leaders in their field.

We are looking for a Head of Marketing to manage our firm’s public presence, digital footprint and network community. You will lead brand marketing of the core investment platform and advise on the development of portfolio companies. You are recognised as a marketing professional with a strong grasp of the start-up and tech ecosystem. Working with the next generation of climate entrepreneurs gives you energy and inspiration. This is a full-time role based in Amsterdam.

You should be excited to

Create high-impact marketing content to enhance the SET reputation as a thought leader on the transformation of the energy system for a carbon-free future
Nurture the community of professionals in our network and create strong connections at all levels
Develop and implement SET’s identity guidelines
Become a trusted advisor for portfolio companies to help them execute effective marketing strategies
Build strong industry networks and secure high-quality brand-building opportunities for partners to write, speak and lead key conversations
Cultivate relationships with media, entrepreneurs, executive talent, investment firms and other supporters of our mission

Qualifications

Experience in a marketing or investor relations role within venture capital or broader financial sector with exposure to the tech ecosystem
Ability to propose creative, engaging and original ideas alongside strong execution skills
A natural networker with a passion for building strong partnerships
Team player who is able to work autonomously, problem solve, prioritise and collaborate
8-10 years’ work experience as a marketing professional
Highly organised, strong attention to detail and ability to deliver to tight deadlines
Fluent English, proficiency in Dutch or German is advantageous

This is what we offer

An opportunity to contribute to tackling the global climate problem through innovation and technology
Work closely together with a skilled and internationally oriented team in Amsterdam
Innovative start-up company mentality, a supportive work environment, and co-workers who are world experts in this sector

For more information, please reach out to Mark Hill mark.hill@spksearch.com

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Chief Financial Officer – B2B Fintech Company, United Kingdom (Remote)

Maryam Salman · May 19, 2022 ·

Exceptional opportunity for an experienced CFO to join a well-capitalised FinTech who are experiencing global growth. The company offers funding solutions that empower entrepreneurs to focus on building successful companies across Europe.

Founded in 2018, this venture capital funded company has so far raised £130 Million, and grown to 90 professionals across Europe, with ambitious plans for further growth.

As CFO you will play a pivotal role in setting and overseeing the companies global financial strategy. You will enable growth by leading their fundraising strategies, whilst building out an effective finance and treasury function. The CFO will have a direct impact on the strategic growth of the business in the EU and into the US.

The opportunity:

● Based remotely in the UK or EU.

● Lead the strategic management of the company financial strategy.

● Take the lead on investment and debt capital raising strategies, considering cash flow and liquidity risks.

● Manage all accounting operations including costs, treasury and revenue recognition, ensuring we accurately monitor unit economics.

● Own the debt fundraising strategy, execution and overall capital structure, including investor relations.

● Build and develop a team of high-performing finance professionals from diverse backgrounds (first hire will include a Financial Controller).

● Manage regulatory reporting and compliance.

● Establish and manage a financial controls framework.

● Work with the CEO and Senior Leadership Team on all matters relating to the company growth, company objectives and financial performance.

● Introduce suitable IT and Financial technology alongside our CPO and Heads of Department.

● Set up efficient internal frameworks, working across departments to help drive product improvements and enable better decision making.

● Forecasting and financial reporting. Managing the process for financial planning and analysis.

● Performing risk management by analyzing the companies liabilities and investments, and developing further reporting for external debt and equity investors.

● Introduce Business Intelligence as a core part of the business financial operations requirements.

Required experience:

● Proven track record as VP of Finance/CFO or in a relevant role, preferably within a growth stage fintech or leading financial services company for 7+ years.

● Track record owning minimum £200m debt fundraising capital raise.

● Experience of leading on investment rounds (series C and above).

● Developed a Business Intelligence function as a critical part of the Finance team.

● You know what it takes to build a greenfield, best-in-class finance department.

● Excellent knowledge and use of data analysis and forecasting methods.

● Excellent communication and people skills, with the desire to lead.

● Expert leadership ability and can naturally inspire a team to deliver exceptional results.

● An entrepreneurial mindset.

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Chief Financial Officer – Enterprise EV charging solutions company Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands Hybrid

Maryam Salman · May 19, 2022 ·

About the job

Exceptional Chief Financial Officer career opportunity for a well-capitalised and fast growing enterprise EV charging solutions company, headquartered in Rotterdam. The company enables its major global A-Brand customers across Europe and the USA to electrify their fleet sustainably, efficiently and reliably.

The opportunity:

You are a key member of the global management team (6 people) in a highly mission driven company. In your role you help develop solid financial strategies for our fast growth. You contribute to our mission to power clean transportation by structuring the business from a financial, legal and administrative perspective, and setting us up for scale.

• As a global MT-member you contribute to our strategy by:

• Assisting in formulating the company’s future direction through providing input on the company’s business plan, financial strategies, budgeting, and forecasting

• Developing performance measures that support the company’s strategic direction

• Maintaining in-depth relations with all members of the management team and key people in financial & legal control functions

• You have a key role in unlocking financing to facilitate our growth by:

• Active involvement in investor presentations, pitches and general capital raising activities, in conjunction with the CEO or occasionally as a lead presenter or first point of contact. You win the confidence of investors by conveying your thorough understanding of the general business aspects as well as all finance and control related topics.

• Supporting the preparation of investor presentations including all related business information such as market sizing, scenario building, benchmarks, etc. in close collaboration with key people.

• Preparing regular investor related communication in close cooperation with CEO, other MT members and key functions.

• Proposing general strategies for funding of the business facilitating its fast growth, implementing such strategies including managing the contact with suppliers of debt financing and other financing facilities

• Actively contribute to, and supervise due diligence & legal processes required as part of fundraising efforts

Responsibilities:

• Run all accounting, human resources, investor relations, legal, tax, and treasury in close cooperation with our business control.

• Manage a small team incl. an experienced business controller, admin/hr and build it out according to your own insights

• Oversee the financial operations of subsidiary companies / foreign operations (currently USA)

• Manage any third parties to which accounting, or finance functions have been outsourced

• Support our sales and business development with financial insights, models, business calculations to support our commercial activities

• Oversee employee benefit plans, with particular emphasis on maximizing a cost-effective benefits package

• Understand and mitigate key elements of the company’s risk profile

• Monitor all legal matters involving the company, and legal matter affecting the industry; ensure that the company complies with all legal and regulatory requirements

• Report financial results to the shareholders and/or board of directors

• Maintain appropriate insurance coverage

• Monitor cash balances and cash forecasts; arrange for debt and equity financing; invest funds

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Chief Technology Officer – Integrated Photonics Company Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands On-site Software Company

Maryam Salman · May 19, 2022 ·

About the job

Exceptional opportunity for a CTO to join an established Netherlands based Integrated Photonic Sensing company.

The opportunity is to lead and guide the research, innovation, development and engineering teams to define and execute on the technology roadmap, create a strong IP position and scalable portfolio of technology building blocks for winning customer applications.

The CTO is part of the Management Board of the company.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop, define and evangelize the leading vision on integrated photonics sensing.

• Translate current development initiatives to concrete standardized modules, configurable systems

• Identify and manage knowledge creation, competence and skill development and clear succession planning for the technology teams.

• Build and maintain a network of world leading institutes, universities, and consortia to build sustainable access to the forefront of innovation and drive agenda setting in worldwide photonics research.

• Structure and maintain their vast technology heritage, leverage and productize past applications and translate these into a strong and defendable IP portfolio.

• Manage technology development budget and timeframe while predictably delivering on scheduled milestones.

• Build, manage and inspire a world class team delivering on our innovation leadership promise.

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