Requirements: English
Company: WhatJobs
Region: Renens , Vaud
Freshape was established with the vision of building a better world tomorrow.
We are an innovation-driven company designing and engineering the next generation of sustainable consumer technologies. By blending nature-inspired design, deep tech, and cross-disciplinary collaboration, we aim to build high-performance products that create long-term impactsocially, environmentally, and economically.
We are seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our leadership team and drive financial strategy, define and lead fundraising efforts, and oversee global business operations.
Role Overview
The CFO will play a critical role in shaping Freshapes financial strategy, optimizing business operations, and ensuring long-term growth. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in developing and executing fundraising strategies, strategic financial planning, and managing financial operations across multiple countries. Additional experience in the U.S. and Chinese market will be a strong plus.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising Strategy & Investor Relations
- Define and develop Freshapes fundraising strategy from the ground up, identifying suitable financing structures to support long-term growth.
- Build and maintain relationships with potential investors, financial institutions, and strategic partners.
- Oversee financial due diligence, investor communications, and capital structuring to optimize Freshapes financial position.
- Assess and implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) as part of the companys long-term financial and talent retention strategy.
- Set the vision for capital allocation and ensure effective use of funds raised.
Global Financial Strategy & Business Operations
- Develop and execute financial strategies to support global business expansion and operational efficiency (with the focus on China and the US).
- Provide financial oversight of international markets, ensuring compliance with local regulations, tax laws, and reporting standards.
- Drive high-level financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes across global operations.
- Implement and optimize financial systems, processes, and controls for scalable growth.
- Support R&D teams by aligning financial planning with innovation initiatives, ensuring risk management without hindering creativity.
Risk Management & Compliance
- Provide strategic oversight on financial risks and compliance frameworks, ensuring regulatory alignment in key markets (China, U.S., and global operations).
- Identify financial risks and mitigation strategies at a corporate level.
- Oversee audit, tax, and treasury functions to align with business objectives.
- Guide financial governance and corporate structure planning to support long-term stability.
Key Qualifications & Experience
- MSc or MBA in Finance or related fields.
- 5+ years of experience in senior financial leadership roles, preferably in high-growth, globally operating companies.
- Proven track record in developing and executing fundraising strategies, capital markets, and investor relations.
- Strong knowledge of international finance, business strategy, and corporate governance.
- Experience managing financial operations across multiple countries.
- Experience in the U.S. and Chinese market will be a strong plus.
- Strong interest and passion for GreenTech is a must
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven decision-making approach.
- Ability to lead and scale finance teams in a fast-paced, global environment.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
Why Join Freshape?
- Opportunity to shape and lead the financial future of a high-growth, innovative company.
- Work with a dynamic, global team and make a significant impact.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
If you are a strategic finance leader with a passion for defining and executing fundraising strategies, global business operations, and expertise in China ans/or the US, wed love to hear from you! Apply now to join Freshapes leadership team.
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