Fractional Chief Financial Officer

Position Title: Fractional Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Flexible / Hybrid (Global Coordination Required)

Engagement: Part-Time / Fractional Strategic Advisory & Oversight

Experience: 20+ years in Finance Leadership within the IT Services Industry

About VectorStack

VectorStack is a fast-scaling AI and digital transformation partner delivering enterprise technology solutions across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. As we expand globally, we are seeking a Fractional CFO to provide strategic financial leadership, ensure robust fiscal governance, and enable capital-efficient growth across multiple geographies.

Role Overview

The Fractional CFO will act as the principal financial strategist and senior advisor to the CEO, Board, and global leadership team. This role demands deep IT services finance expertise, international financial operations knowledge, and multi-currency management capabilities. While fractional, the role will directly influence financial strategy, governance, risk management, and global profitability.

Key Responsibilities1. Strategic Financial Leadership

• Define and execute a global financial strategy aligned with corporate growth objectives.
• Advise the CEO and Board on long-term capital structuring, M&A opportunities, and international expansion.
• Drive fundraising strategy (equity, debt, hybrid) and investor engagement.

2. Global Financial Operations

• Oversee financial operations across India, North America, Europe, the Middle East, and APAC.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, US GAAP, Ind AS, and local statutory requirements.
• Manage multi-currency accounting, transfer pricing, and tax optimisation strategies.
• Build strong relationships with banks, investors, and auditors.

3. Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Implement enterprise-wide financial controls and risk management frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with SOX, GDPR, and international tax laws.
• Oversee internal audits and compliance across subsidiaries and partner entities.

4. Performance & Profitability

• Lead financial forecasting, FP&A, budgeting, and KPI tracking.
• Optimise cost structures and improve margins through data-driven insights.
• Align financial planning with technology investments, including AI-driven initiatives.

5. Investor & Stakeholder Relations

• Prepare and present board-level financial reports and investor updates.
• Support fundraising, due diligence, and IPO/strategic exit readiness.
• Serve as a trusted advisor in board meetings and strategic sessions.

Qualifications & Experience

• 20+ years in progressive finance leadership, with 10+ years in senior roles within IT services/technology.
• Expertise in managing multi-entity, multi-currency financial operations across global markets.
• Proven success in scaling IT services businesses, M&A, fundraising, and investor relations.
• Strong understanding of AI/technology investment models, SaaS/PaaS economics, and services revenue recognition.
• Track record of working with global boards and cross-border financial structures.

Preferred Certifications

• CA (Chartered Accountant) or CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
• CFA Charterholder (or Level III cleared)
• CIMA / CGMA (Chartered Global Management Accountant)
• IFRS Certification for international reporting

Key Attributes

• Exceptional financial acumen and strategic foresight for global markets.
• Ability to collaborate with technology leaders and understand AI/ML R&D investments.
• Strong cross-cultural communication and negotiation skills.
• Operates effectively in a fractional, high-impact capacity while maintaining board-level influence.

Engagement Model & Benefits

• Fractional role: Typically 12 days per week or agreed monthly hours.
• Compensation: Competitive retainer + performance incentives with potential equity participation.
• Direct collaboration with the CEO, Board, and global leadership.

Why Join VectorStack

• Shape the financial future of a high-growth, AI-first global tech company.
• Influence strategy and execution at the board level.
• Opportunity to design global financial operations and capital structures from the ground up.
• Be part of a visionary, innovation-driven leadership team.

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