Maciej Kubat
About Maciej Kubat
Maciej Kubat serves as the CFO of Entocycle, where he oversees financial operations and grant applications. He has a diverse background in finance, having held positions at Hussle Official, Sense Worldwide, and Electric Playbox, and possesses advanced qualifications in business administration and management accounting.
Current Role at Entocycle
Maciej Kubat serves as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Entocycle, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he oversees the financial operations of the company, focusing on enhancing cash flow through grant applications and claims. He plays a significant part in preparing the finance function for growth and scale-up, utilizing his expertise in consumer behavior analysis and machine learning to address business challenges. His involvement in raising Series A funding has been crucial for the company's financial strategy.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before joining Entocycle, Maciej Kubat held several key financial positions. He worked as the Vice President of Finance at Electric Playbox from 2019 to 2020, where he contributed to financial management through QuantumFD. Prior to that, he was the Head of Finance at Hussle Official from 2015 to 2019, and served as Financial Controller at Sense Worldwide from 2013 to 2016. His diverse experience in finance has equipped him with the skills necessary to manage working capital and cash flow effectively.
Educational Background
Maciej Kubat has a robust educational background in business and finance. He studied at Wroclaw University, earning two Master's degrees: one in Business Administration and another in Philosophy of Management. He furthered his education at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, where he focused on Psycholinguistics and later pursued a PhD candidacy in Intention-based Semantics, Artificial Intelligence, and Game Theory. Additionally, he achieved ACMA and CGMA qualifications from the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants between 2010 and 2014.
Skills and Expertise
Maciej Kubat possesses a range of skills that enhance his effectiveness in financial management. He is proficient in R programming, SQL, and Excel, which are essential for data analysis and financial modeling. His expertise extends to iOS app development and economics, allowing him to develop innovative pricing models aimed at maximizing revenue in professional services. His analytical skills are complemented by his knowledge of machine learning, which he applies to consumer behavior analysis and modeling.
Achievements in Financial Management
Throughout his career, Maciej Kubat has achieved notable successes in financial management. He managed to turnaround a negative cash flow of £100,000 to a positive £100,000 within six months during a period of over 80% compound revenue growth. His strategic approach to managing working capital and cash flow has been instrumental in supporting the financial health of the organizations he has worked with, particularly in high-growth environments.