Fractional CFO Entrepreneur-in-Residence Job at MSU Research Foundation, East Lansing, MI

  • MSU Research Foundation
  • East Lansing, MI

Job Description

Michigan State University Research Foundation (MSU Research Foundation) is part of the Global Epicenter of Mobility’s (GEM) Mobility Funder’s Network and is seeking to engage a Fractional CFO Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR) to support the Mobility Funders Network, focusing on mobility-related initiatives. Core Responsibilities Build Financial Foundations: Establish accounting systems, bookkeeping workflows, chart of accounts, and monthly reporting packages that provide financial visibility and support startup growth. Strategic CFO Partnership: Deliver hands‑on support in financial modeling, cap table management, budgeting, cash‑flow forecasting, and scenario planning. Fundraising Preparation: Create compelling financial narratives, projections, and investor data rooms; coach founders on valuation, term sheets, and investor relations. Requirements Experience: 7+ years in finance leadership (CFO, VP Finance, Controller, senior FP&A) with proven track record scaling venture‑backed startups through multiple funding rounds (Pre‑Seed to Exit). Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of automotive/mobility business models, unit economics, and value chains; experience with hardware, deep tech, or capital‑intensive models preferred. Venture Expertise: Deep fluency in cap tables, equity compensation, dilution modeling, SAFE notes, convertible notes, and term sheet provisions. Skills: Exceptional financial modeling, ability to manage multiple companies simultaneously, strong communication skills to translate complex finance concepts for technical founders. Commitment ~10 hours/week, hybrid (East Lansing and/or Detroit offices) Seniority level Director Employment type Contract Job function Finance, Business Development, and Strategy/Planning Industries Business Consulting and Services Financial Services #J-18808-Ljbffr

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