Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – IPO & Public Markets Leadership
barupon-llc
| Company | barupon-llc |
| Category | Finance |
| Location | Irvine |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Full-time |
| Level | Executive |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 11 Mar 2026 |
| Last verified | 10 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (breezy) |
Description
Position Overview
Barupon is seeking a strategic, capital markets–driven Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the company through its IPO and transition into a publicly traded organization . The ideal candidate has successfully taken one or more companies public , built billion-dollar enterprise value , and possesses deep expertise in public market finance, regulatory compliance, investor relations, and large-scale financial strategy .
This executive will partner closely with the CEO and board to prepare Barupon for IPO readiness, execute the public listing process, and scale the financial infrastructure required for a high-growth public company.
Core Qualifications
IPO & Public Market Experience
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Direct experience leading or co-leading an Initial Public Offering (IPO) from preparation to listing.
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Proven record of taking companies public and navigating SEC regulatory processes .
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Strong experience with S-1 filings, SEC reporting, and public company compliance (SOX, GAAP/IFRS) .
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Ability to build and lead IPO readiness programs , including governance, financial reporting systems, and internal controls.
Executive CFO Leadership
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10–20+ years of progressive finance leadership , including significant experience as a CFO or senior finance executive .
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Demonstrated success managing enterprise-scale finance operations in high-growth companies .
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Proven ability to build and lead high-performing finance teams including FP&A, accounting, tax, treasury, and investor relations.
Billion-Dollar Value Creation
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Track record of helping build companies valued at $1B+ .
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Experience scaling financial infrastructure during hyper-growth phases .
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Demonstrated impact on valuation growth, capital efficiency, and financial strategy .
Capital Markets & Fundraising
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Extensive experience in capital raising, public market financing, and institutional investor relations .
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Deep relationships with investment banks, institutional investors, analysts, and venture/private equity firms .
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Expertise in equity offerings, debt financing, structured capital, and strategic transactions .
Strategic Financial Leadership
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Ability to translate financial insights into company-wide strategic decisions .
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Strong experience supporting M&A, strategic partnerships, and expansion initiatives .
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Expert in financial modeling, valuation strategy, and capital allocation .
Preferred Background
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Experience in high-growth healthcare, pharmaceutical, fintech, or tech-driven companies .
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Prior role as CFO during IPO or post-IPO scaling phase .
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MBA, CPA, CFA, or equivalent advanced financial credentials preferred.
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Experience managing public company boards and audit committees .
Critical Candidate Questions (to include in cover letter)
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What company or companies have you helped take public, and what was your role in the IPO process?
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What was the valuation of the company at IPO and how did you contribute to increasing enterprise value?