Financial Adviser — Business Assessment (Independent/Fractional, Work-Based)

Company Description Foundect is a Shari’ah-compliant digital investment facilitation platform connecting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in emerging markets with micro-investors, angel investors, and institutional capital, starting in Bangladesh. The company focuses on ethical, equity-based financing to address structural undercapitalization among over 10 million SMEs that contribute significantly to the country’s GDP. Foundect does not lend money, charge interest, or manage investor funds; instead, it provides structured deal discovery, SME screening and documentation, transparent investment listings, and secure deal execution through regulated partners. The platform is being built to enable small-ticket, Shari’ah-aligned micro-investing for everyday individuals, supported by AI-assisted business profiling, risk visualization, and educational tools. Foundect is currently in early-stage development with a lean founding team and a long-term vision to scale across emerging markets where SME funding gaps persist.
Role Description The Financial Adviser — Business Assessment (Independent/Fractional, Work-Based) will work on-site full time in Dhaka, Bangladesh. This role focuses on assessing SME business models, financial health, and investment readiness, producing structured evaluations that support Shari’ah-compliant, equity-based investment decisions. Day-to-day responsibilities include reviewing financial statements and projections, conducting qualitative and quantitative risk assessments, and collaborating with the team to refine AI-assisted business profiling and risk visualization frameworks. The adviser will prepare clear, investor-friendly business assessments, contribute to standardized documentation templates, and help design workflows that improve deal screening quality and transparency. The role also involves engaging with SMEs to understand their financing needs, supporting ethical and compliant deal structuring, and offering insights that strengthen investor education and discipline on the platform.
Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Finance and Investments skills, with experience evaluating business performance, capital structures, and equity-based opportunities.
• Candidates should possess Financial Planning and Financial Advisory skills, including the ability to interpret financial data and provide structured, ethical recommendations.
• Candidates should possess Retirement Planning knowledge where relevant to long-term wealth-building strategies for investors and SME owners.
• Relevant skills such as SME or startup assessment, corporate finance, and risk analysis are highly beneficial.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CFA, CFP, or equivalent) and a degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field are preferred.
• Familiarity with Shari’ah-compliant finance principles and investment products, or willingness to learn them, is important.
• Strong analytical skills, clear written and verbal communication, and the ability to work independently in a lean, fast-evolving environment are required.
• Experience in emerging markets, impact investing, or financial inclusion initiatives is an advantage.