THE ROLE
Be the end-to-end owner of finance, financial control and corporate governance within PhotonFirst – as member of the PhotonFirst Management Team; Take charge of financial strategy, fundraising preparation, shareholder governance and company secretarial matters; Actively contribute as a Management Team member to overall company strategy, funding, governance and future exit readiness; Make PhotonFirst ready for a next step in fundraising and/or investment; Step-in yourself and support getting financial, legal, tax and governance matters under control and ready for the next growth phase. YOU
Like the dynamics of a small, fast-moving and rapidly changing company; Have experience in financial strategy: long-term planning, funding strategy, scenario modelling; Understand the key value drivers of a business and can translate strategy into financial priorities and value creation; Are forward-looking and commercially minded, not just reporting; Are digitally savvy and comfortable using modern IT, data and AI tools to improve finance, forecasting and decision-making; Have experience with corporate governance, board/shareholder matters and company secretarial responsibilities; Have experience with (international) VC fundraising, investor materials, transaction documentation and due diligence; Managed relationships with shareholders, banks, lenders, insurers, auditors, tax advisors and legal advisors; Exit experience: Successfully supported or led a previous exit process in a PE-backed or VC-backed environment; Are externally credible and comfortable joining customer, supplier, investor and partner meetings; Fluent in English - available to operate from Alkmaar WHAT WE OFFER
Opportunity to join a front-runner in the Photonics industry in an autonomous role with responsibility to define, manage and strengthen our financial strategy, governance and transaction readiness; Engage in an entrepreneurial adventure with the chance to influence the performance, funding position and future strategic direction of the company; Awesome high tech environment and highly educated colleagues driving a unique technology; A great diversity in your activities. 
