Fractional CFO / Contractor

March 7, 2026

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Want to help build the next wave of high-growth startups? Mahway is looking for a mission-driven fractional CFO to support our growing portfolio. If you thrive in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments and know your way around financial strategy, budgeting, and startup burn management, we want to hear from you. Why this role exists This role is central to Mahway’s mission of launching 5–6 venture-backed companies each year. As a fractional CFO, you’ll work directly with founding teams to drive financial clarity, ensure operational readiness, and model smart, scenario-based growth. About Mahway Mahway is a venture builder designed to launch dozens of high-growth, unicorn-potential businesses over the next decade. We pair experienced founders and operators with proven growth playbooks to solve some of the world’s most pressing problems—from climate to culture. Key Responsibilities • Oversee and manage budgets across multiple portfolio companies, aligning financial plans with company goals. • Conduct monthly financial reviews with each PortCo CEO to update models and assess burn and runway. • Own strategic financial planning for early-stage companies, ensuring scalability as new entities launch. • Lead budget vs. actuals reconciliation by the 10th of each month. • Partner with Mahway leadership and founders to model growth, burn, and scenario planning (best/mid/worst cases). • Coordinate with outsourced accounting teams to maintain clean, timely financials. Required Experience • 8+ years of total financial experience – investment banking, private equity, venture capital, FP&A, or similar. • 3+ years of investment banking experience – ideally as a current or former analyst with deep modeling chops. • 1+ years of venture experience (preferred) – working with startups, venture funds, or high-growth companies. • Advanced financial modeling & budgeting • Scenario planning and strategic forecasting • Deep familiarity with G-Workspace, Notion, Slack, and similar tools • Experience managing outsourced finance/accounting functions • Strategic thinker with strong business judgment • Strong communicator comfortable working with founders and investors Expected Outcomes In the first 90 days, you will: • Own and operationalize financial reviews across all active PortCos • Ensure financial close and reporting cadence is in place and followed • Deliver clear, scenario-based models for each company In the first 12 months, you will: • Build a financial operating system to support the launch of 5–6 new ventures • Identify and drive financial optimization across the portfolio • Become a trusted strategic partner to both Mahway Partners and PortCo CEOs Be advised that we only review applications submitted through the above portal. Apply tot his job

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