Strategic CFO (BioBright)

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Job description

BioBright

We deploy algae systems in ports to capture CO2, remove pollutants, and monitor environmental impact.

Strategic CFO

About BioBright

BioBright is developing the next generation of environmental intelligence for ports and critical infrastructure. Our autonomous monitoring platform combines advanced sensing, AI-powered analytics, and real-time decision support to help operators improve environmental compliance, reduce operational risk, and make faster, data-driven decisions.
As we transition from successful pilots to commercial scale, we are looking for a strategic CFO who can help build the financial foundations required for sustainable growth and successful fundraising.

The Opportunity

This is not a traditional finance role. We are looking for a strategic partner who can shape BioBright's growth trajectory by developing a capital strategy that enables rapid customer adoption, scalable operations, and long-term shareholder value.
The successful candidate will work closely with the CEO to ensure every financing decision accelerates commercial growth while maximising capital efficiency.

Key Deliverables

1. Build a Scalable Financial Strategy

Timeline: First 60 days

  • Develop a robust three-year financial model.
  • Define commercial KPIs and unit economics.
  • Build customer acquisition and revenue forecasting models.
  • Create scenario planning for conservative, expected, and high-growth outcomes.

Impact
Provide the financial framework required to scale confidently while maintaining financial discipline.

2. Develop the Capital Strategy

Timeline: First 90 days

  • Determine the optimal size of the next funding round.
  • Recommend the timing of future fundraising activities.
  • Model expected cash runway under different growth scenarios.
  • Produce dilution and ownership models across multiple investment rounds.
  • Develop valuation assumptions linked to commercial milestones.

Impact
Enable BioBright to raise the right amount of capital at the right time while protecting shareholder value.

3. Improve Investor Readiness

Timeline: Months 2–6

  • Build investor-grade financial models.
  • Prepare fundraising metrics and Board reporting.
  • Support due diligence and investor discussions.
  • Develop financial narratives that clearly communicate scalability and commercial potential.

Impact
Increase investor confidence and improve fundraising outcomes.

4. Drive Capital Efficiency

Timeline: Ongoing

  • Review spending priorities and capital allocation.
  • Optimise cash utilisation across engineering, commercial, and operations.
  • Ensure investment decisions maximise long-term company value.
  • Support pricing and commercial strategy through financial analysis.

Impact
Increase growth while extending runway and reducing unnecessary dilution.

Time Commitment

  • Approximately 1 day per week initially.
  • Additional support during fundraising periods.
  • Flexible engagement based on company milestones.

Success Measures

Within the first 12 months, the CFO will have helped BioBright to:

  • Develop a scalable financial operating model.
  • Establish clear financial metrics for customer adoption and growth.
  • Build a capital strategy aligned with commercial milestones.
  • Increase investor attractiveness through professional financial planning and reporting.
  • Optimise runway and capital efficiency.
  • Support a successful fundraising process with robust financial modelling and valuation analysis.

Who You Are

You have experience leading finance within high-growth technology or deep-tech businesses and understand the unique challenges of scaling venture-backed companies. You are comfortable advising founders, communicating with investors, and balancing ambitious growth with disciplined capital management.
Most importantly, you enjoy working alongside founders to transform innovative technology into commercially successful businesses.

Minimum Hours per Week:

7-9 hours per week

Duration:

3-5 months

Organisation
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Posted on: 29 July 2026
Closing date: 26 August 2026 at 11:24
Tags: Finance, Accounting, Accounts Payable

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