Head of Commercial Finance and Strategy

Summary

Join Cadmus, a global EdTech company, as a strategic finance leader to drive its next phase of growth. You will lead the finance function, manage fundraising, and represent Cadmus to the board and investors. Leveraging your experience in scaling tech startups and raising capital, you will build financial models, engage with investors, and contribute to global expansion. This role requires strong financial modeling skills, fundraising expertise, and exceptional communication abilities. You will work closely with the CEO and COO to shape commercial strategy and build a high-performing finance team. Cadmus offers a flexible work culture, a diverse and inclusive workplace, equity incentives, and a mission-driven team.

Requirements

• 15 + Years of relevant experience
• Proven background in financial modelling and strategic planning in the tech start-up space, ideally within a high-growth environment
• A strong track record of navigating and managing capital rounds and driving successful fundraising efforts
• Strong financial modelling skills, including experience with price modelling and forecasting for long-term growth
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with the board and external investors
• A proactive, solutions-oriented leader who can navigate complex financial landscapes and drive company success. Experience working in fast-paced, high-growth environments, preferably within technology startups

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of capital planning and fundraising activity, leading investor engagement and building compelling financial narratives that support Cadmus’ growth story
• Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models that inform key decisions — from pricing to scenario planning — and ensure the business is set up for scalable, sustainable growth
• Be the go-to finance lead at the board table. Deliver clear, data-driven insights that guide strategic decisions, and build trust with current and future investors
• Shape and drive the commercial strategy of the business, working closely with the CEO, COO and leadership team to align financial plans with product, sales, and market expansion goals
• Design and scale a high-performing finance function, including systems, processes, and reporting frameworks that support a growing global business
• Lead a review and refinement of Cadmus’ pricing model to ensure it’s optimised for growth, competitiveness, and long-term profitability
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and unlock value across the business — turning insight into action to fuel the next phase of scale

Benefits

• A flexible working culture where you have the option to work from Melbourne HQ or remotely
• A diverse and inclusive workplace where there are no barriers to anyone succeeding
• A surrounding team of mission-driven individuals who genuinely love what they do
• Equity incentives; that way, we all share in the success of Cadmus