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Head of Finance to Milkywire

Milkywire is partnering with Gazella to find their next Head of Finance. We are looking for a finance leader who is ready to play a key role in driving the company’s financial operations and shaping its future. Are you eager to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, dynamic startup? This position goes beyond traditional finance leadership – you will be actively involved in strategic partnerships, pricing strategies, and business model development. 

As Head of Finance, you will oversee all financial aspects of Milkywire’s operations while managing selected operational functions. Working from their office located in the heart of Stockholm City, you will have a close collaboration with the CEO and the Executive Team to develop and implement business strategies aligned with their mission and objectives. Since this is a hands-on position, it requires someone comfortable handling a diverse range of responsibilities in a rapidly evolving environment.

Why Milkywire? 

Join a company where you can make a tangible difference in the world and contribute to meaningful impact. At Milkywire, they value creativity and innovation, offering a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your ideas matter. You’ll have ample opportunities for both personal and professional growth while being part of an inclusive team that is passionate, driven, and supportive.

Your Challenge

As the Head of Finance, your primary responsibilities will include:

  • Strategy & Planning. Drive Milkywire’s long-term financial strategy, ensuring alignment with company objectives and mission. Collaborate with the CEO and the Executive Team on high-level business decisions, including business model development, pricing strategies and key financial initiatives. Manage relationships with strategic financial partners and investors. 
  • Financial Planning & Performance. Lead the financial planning, forecasting and performance management to support growth and sustainability goals. Lead the OKR process to ensure organizational alignment, driving accountability and performance across departments. Ensure financial operations align with strategic objectives to meet financial targets. 
  • Financial Operations & Controlling. Manage day-to-day financial tasks, including transactions, cash flow, payroll and benefits, and preparing timely and accurate financial reports (e.g., P&L, balance sheets, and cash flow statements). Implement best practices in financial operations and continuously make improvements. Work closely with the external accounting firm to ensure compliance and accurate accounting. Conduct business controlling activities such as cost control and financial discipline throughout the company. Continuously assess the business and financials to identify risks, opportunities for cost savings and performance trends. Optimize workflows and internal controls to support scalability.
  • Risk Management & Compliance. Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and standards. Develop and implement risk management strategies to safeguard company assets and financial health. 
  • Strategic Partnerships. Develop strategic partnerships that align with the company’s objectives. Manage financial aspects of partnerships, ensuring agreements are beneficial, transparent, and aligned with business goals. Collaborate with partners to drive revenue growth. 
  • Project Financing. Oversee the allocation of financial resources to projects, ensuring efficient tracking and distribution. Manage project payouts, ensuring that disbursements are compliant, timely and aligned with the company’s financial goals. Ensure financial accuracy on the Milkywire platform and supporting systems. 
  • Sustainability Targets & Reporting. Lead Milkywire’s internal sustainability initiatives in alignment with the SBTi framework. Oversee sustainability reporting to ensure transparency with stakeholders. 

Your experience/qualifications 

To succeed in this position, we expect that you have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. An MBA, CPA, or equivalent advanced degree/certification is preferred, along with a minimum of 5 years of experience in finance leadership roles. You should also have proven experience in a startup or high-growth company environment. Experience with fundraising and investor relations is advantageous, along with a background in setting up and managing innovative financial vehicles. Additionally, experience in corporate sustainability is desirable.

Personal characteristics 

We are looking for someone with strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, who is hardworking and action-oriented, with a passion for making a difference and driving results. The ideal candidate will be a quick learner, able to adapt swiftly to a dynamic and fast-paced work environment. You should have excellent financial modelling and analytical skills, along with proficiency in financial software and tools. A solid understanding of accounting, financial and HR regulations and risk management is also essential. We value individuals who are committed to continuous personal and professional growth and who possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling them to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders. Above all, you should demonstrate high integrity, professionalism, and a strong sense of ethics in all your interactions.

About Milkywire 

At Milkywire, they help businesses take meaningful steps toward achieving their climate and biodiversity targets. Through their curated portfolios of high-quality climate and nature projects, they enable companies to align their efforts with global frameworks and stay ahead of the market. Developed by leading scientific experts and aligned with initiatives like the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), their portfolios, such as the Climate Transformation Fund and Catalytic CDR Portfolio, cover key areas like cutting-edge permanent carbon removal, nature protection, decarbonization, and more. To date, they’ve supported nearly 150 vetted projects across 40+ countries. Read more at milkywire.com.

Application 

Is this you? Apply using the ”ansök”-button! In this recruitment process, Milkywire is working together with Gazella. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Lovisa Fast, the responsible Recruitment Consultant for this position, at lovisa.fast@gazella.se.