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CFO Priorities in Focus: February Round-Up

CFO Priorities in Focus: February Round-Up

As we approach the launch of our latest Salary Guide, we’re spotlighting IPO preparation, strategic pricing, and highlights from a standout Megabuyte event.

February 27, 2026

London | New York

Welcome to the February Edition of the Zanda Newsletter!

February has been a busy month for the Zanda team as we put the finishing touches on our 2026 Salary Guide. We look forward to sharing a comprehensive view of the senior finance compensation market very soon!

In this edition, we also dive into one of the most talked-about topics in the market: IPO readiness. In this month’s CFO Edit, Andrew Delia breaks down what it really takes to prepare for a successful public exit and why preparation starts earlier than most teams think.

We’re also announcing our first CFO Roundtable of the year featuring a special guest, focused on pricing as a strategic lever for finance leaders, as well as sharing highlights from a fantastic recent event hosted by Megabuyte.

Keep reading for the full detail on each of these updates and how they could shape your 2026 plans.

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Salary Guide 2026 | Launching soon

It’s not long now until the launch of our 2026 Salary Guide!

It will provide a comprehensive view of the senior finance hiring landscape across Seed to Series C+ businesses and a forward-looking overview of the strategic agenda shaping finance leaders’ priorities over the next 12–24 months.

Our guide will also cover:

Compensation benchmarks across base salary, bonus and equity, broken down by funding stage
Interim and fractional day rates, reflecting continued demand for flexible senior finance support
The evolving strategic priorities of CFOs and finance leaders, from fundraising readiness and capital efficiency to governance and exit preparation

In addition, we will feature commentary from our finance community and finance leaders, alongside perspectives from leading VCs, sharing their insights on compensation trends and investor expectations.

Make sure to be following us on LinkedIn to be the first to hear when the guide launches - coming very soon!

The CFO Edit | Andrew Delia

When it comes to IPO, windows can open with little notice, and strategic buyers continue to pursue compelling growth stories. For leadership teams, the question isn’t if the market will shift, it’s whether the company is ready when it does.

Great exits are built years in advance through disciplined operations, rigorous data practices, a clearly articulated equity narrative, and a financial model that evolves as the business scales.

When a transaction emerges, the CFO steps into one of the most demanding roles in the organisation: leading the process, aligning stakeholders, defending performance metrics, and navigating intense diligence.

In this month’s CFO Edit, expertly written by Andrew Delia, he explores how proactive preparation and an exit-ready mindset can meaningfully increase the odds of a successful outcome.

Read the full article here.

We’re hosting an exclusive CFO Roundtable Lunch at The Riding House on March 10th, a rare opportunity to step away from the day-to-day and dive into one of the most overlooked yet powerful tools in the CFO toolkit: pricing.

Guided by our co-founder Andrew, and Jenny Millar, Founder of Untapped Pricing, this roundtable is about practical, peer-led discussion. Bring your questions, explore pre-selected topics, and discover how CFOs like you are:

Navigating pricing complexity as businesses scale
Aligning pricing decisions with cost structures, margins, and long-term strategy
Balancing value-based pricing with customer retention and competitiveness

This is your opportunity to exchange insights with fellow finance leaders, uncover what’s really working, and rethink long-held assumptions in a collaborative, confidential environment.

Reserve your spot today and transform how you think about pricing as a strategic CFO tool.

Events | Megabuyte CFO Masterclass

We had a fantastic time at the recent CFO Masterclass event hosted by Megabuyte, who brought together some of the brightest minds in tech and finance.

Our co-founder Andrew had the opportunity to take the stage to share his insights on building a world-class finance team, a topic we’re incredibly passionate about.

One of the big topics discussed was the massive impact that building people can make when establishing a World Class Finance Function. Investing in talent, developing future leaders, and creating a culture of accountability and growth were highlighted as critical drivers of long-term success.

The discussion also sparked conversations around how modern finance leaders can drive strategic growth, elevate performance, and create lasting enterprise value.

A huge thank you to the Megabuyte team for hosting such a well-curated and engaging event. We’re proud to be part of a community that continues to push the conversation forward.

Current Opportunities

In this episode we have highlighted just a handful of our newest jobs, if you would like to apply for any of these roles please send an email to [email protected]