Chief Financial Officer

We are seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to shape the financial strategy of our fast-growing company. In this critical leadership role, you will oversee all financial operations, drive strategic decision-making, and partner with the executive team to fuel growth and long-term value creation. This is a unique opportunity to influence the trajectory of our business, optimize performance, and play a central role in advancing our mission in the ESG software space. #### Reponsibilities - #### **Strategic Finance & Leadership** - Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO on financial planning, growth strategy, and capital allocation. - Build and lead a high-performing finance organization, balancing rigor with agility. - Provide financial insight and decision support across all business functions (Sales, Product, Operations, HR). - Oversee revenue management, including forecasting, pricing strategies, contract renewals, and revenue recognition in compliance with accounting standards. - Manage procurement strategy and vendor relationships to optimize cost, risk, and operational efficiency. ##### **Fundraising & Investor Relations** - Lead equity and debt fundraising processes, including VC rounds, extensions, and strategic financings - Develop and maintain investor materials (pitch decks, financial models, data rooms) - Manage relationships with existing and prospective investors, lenders, and financial advisors - Own board and investor reporting, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and strategic insight ##### **M&A and Corporate Development** - Identify, evaluate, and execute M&A, partnership, and strategic investment opportunities - Lead financial due diligence, valuation, deal structuring, and negotiations - Oversee post-acquisition integration from a financial and operational perspective - Coordinate with legal, tax, and external advisors throughout transactions ##### **Financial Operations & Execution** - Own all core financial operations, including accounting, payroll, and statutory reporting across jurisdictions (as applicable). - Ensure strong internal controls, compliance, and audit readiness. - Lead tax planning and regulatory compliance, supporting operational scalability and risk mitigation. Manage contract administration processes, ensuring timely renewals and alignment with revenue recognition policies. ##### **Financial Infrastructure & Systems** - Implement and scale financial systems, processes, and reporting tools appropriate for a growing company. - Ensure data integrity, timely actionable financial reporting, and alignment with revenue management processes. - Support operational scalability and readiness for future milestones (e.g., IPO, large acquisitions). - Optimize procurement systems and workflows to drive efficiency and cost savings. **Qualifications:** - Proven experience as a CFO with a track record of success in financial leadership in a technology scale-up; - 10+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, including time in a senior finance role (CFO, VP Finance, or equivalent) - Proven experience leading **VC-backed fundraising** (multiple rounds strongly preferred) - Demonstrated **M&A experience**, including deal execution and integration Strong background as a **financial operator**, with hands-on ownership of accounting, FP&A, and cash management - Experience working with Boards of Directors and senior leadership teams - Prior experience in a high-growth, technology or SaaS environment preferred - CPA, CFA, MBA, or equivalent credentials a plus - Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills; - Excellent verbal and communication skills (Bilingualism French and English); - Strong financial acumen and analytical skills; - Familiarity with accounting and payroll software (Wagepoint, Xero, Dext, Ramp, Deel, Float Card, etc.). ##### **What we offer:** - Join an early-stage, well-financed company - Advance Novisto’s purpose of contributing to the sustainability of the economy, environment, and society by empowering companies to make better decisions and disclosures through our ESG data management software - Contribute your knowledge and insights to increase awareness and knowledge of sustainability - Generous health benefits - Flexible schedules - 4 weeks of vacation - Stock option plan