ABOUT CINCH:
Cinch is an exciting fintech and e-commerce business based out of Singapore. Our mission is to create a more flexible, inclusive, and environmentally friendly purchasing model for consumer electronics across Asia Pacific. We have developed a subscription-based business model for customers to flexibly and conveniently access their favourite tech products, disrupting a c. US$700bn industry! Consumers now have the ability to pay monthly, keep it as long as they want, and the ultimate flexibility to return, purchase or upgrade to the latest model.
We have recently raised a pre-A round from highly reputable investors from around the globe. With these funds we're building a diverse team who are passionate about generating social impact, are motivated by the opportunity to deliver new experiences, change consumer behaviours and establish new industry norms, and who thrive in the uncertainty and speed of a start-up environment.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
We are seeking an experienced Head of Capital Markets & Strategic Finance to lead our financial strategy and execution. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role will oversee capital planning, fundraising, financial analysis, and investor relations to support our business growth and long-term objectives. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in corporate finance within a high-growth, dynamic environment, preferably in fintech or a related industry.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Financial Planning:
- Develop and execute the company’s corporate finance strategy to align with business objectives
- Lead long-term financial planning and forecasting, ensuring alignment with growth targets
2. Investor Relations:
- Drive equity and debt financing efforts, including preparing pitch decks, financial models, and engaging with potential investors
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with venture capitalists and asset backed lenders
- Manage quarterly updates, annual reports, and board presentations
3. Capital Markets:
- Conduct ongoing maintenance of Cinch’s Asset backed lending facility and financing capacity needs, including monitoring and documenting the terms of all facilities. This involves actively reviewing deal documents and engaging in negotiations with stakeholders to optimize risk-adjusted terms and improve overall positioning
- Perform deep analysis work of collateral, transaction and portfolio performance data to support collateral performance forecasting, investor package preparation, and rating agency package preparation
- Work with lines of business and other finance teams to develop new product analysis, including portfolio/collateral characteristics, peer group funding analysis and collateral comparison, rating agency report review, and any other information to support new product funding strategies
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and corporate governance standards
About you:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or CFA preferred
- 5-8 years of experience in corporate finance, investment banking, or private equity, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
- Proven track record of successfully raising capital and managing investor relations
- Expertise in asset-backed lending, financial modeling, forecasting, and valuation techniques
- Demonstrated experience in cash flow management and investor reporting
- Strong understanding of the fintech industry and emerging trends
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities
- Entrepreneurial mindset
