Head of Finance

One of our clients in the DTC wellness sector is looking for a Head of Finance to join their fast-growing team.

The Role:

You’ll act as a strategic partner across the business while owning financial operations, shaping growth strategies and supporting upcoming fundraising efforts. This is a hands-on role with significant influence, ideal for someone looking to drive impact in a high-growth consumer environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Operations & Controls

• Oversee financial operations including bookkeeping (in partnership with an external accountant), month-end close, reporting and audits.
• Lead budgeting, financial planning and cost control initiatives.
• Build and develop a high-performing finance function.

Commercial Strategy & Business Support

• Create financial models and forecasts to support strategic growth initiatives.
• Partner with cross-functional teams on scenario planning, trading performance, and commercial strategy.
• Contribute to achieving profitability and scaling sustainably.

Data & Insights

• Provide ad hoc data analysis to inform decision-making.
• Integrate market insights into business planning and strategic priorities.

Fundraising & Investor Relations

• Build financial models and reporting to support upcoming fundraising rounds (e.g., Series A).
• Explore and execute non-dilutive funding opportunities such as asset financing or grants.
• Prepare materials for investors, including board reporting and performance updates.

About You:

• Strong background in finance, ideally within a fast-scaling consumer brand (e-commerce or retail preferred). Experience supporting commercial strategy and fundraising rounds is a plus.
• Comfortable setting direction and rolling up your sleeves to get things done.
• You understand the drivers of business growth and can translate insights into action through robust financial modelling.
• Skilled in Excel/Google Sheets and data analysis to support strategic decisions.
• Quick to learn, proactive, and thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
• You’re looking to grow in a role that offers increasing responsibility and visibility.