Own budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning; prepare monthly/quarterly/annual financial reports and variance analyses; manage cash flow forecasting and month/year-end close with external accountants; build financial models, KPIs, dashboards, and business cases; support audits, tax filings, fundraising, board reporting, and automation of reporting processes.
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We're seeking the Head of Finance to own and continuously improve our financial planning, accounting operations, and strategic finance capabilities. This individual will serve as the operational lead for budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash management, and business planning while partnering closely with leadership, department heads, external accounting partners, and other cross-functional teams.
You'll be responsible for ensuring the organization maintains accurate financial reporting while providing the insights, forecasting, and strategic guidance needed to support rapid company growth. This is a highly cross-functional role for someone who enjoys building scalable financial processes, translating complex financial data into actionable business insights, and helping leadership make informed decisions.
What You'll Do- Own the company's budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes.
- Develop and maintain financial models supporting strategic planning, hiring, investments, and operational decision-making.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages, including variance analyses and executive dashboards.
- Partner with department leaders to develop budgets, monitor spending, and improve financial visibility across the organization.
- Own cash flow forecasting and help optimize liquidity and working capital management.
- Partner with external accounting firms to oversee month-end and year-end close activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Develop, document, and continuously improve financial policies, processes, and internal controls.
- Support annual audits, tax filings, and other financial compliance requirements.
- Build financial analyses and business cases to support strategic initiatives, pricing decisions, and operational investments.
- Assist with board reporting, fundraising activities, financial due diligence, and investor materials as needed.
- Evaluate financial and operational performance, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
- Develop executive dashboards and key performance indicators to measure business performance.
- Identify opportunities to automate financial reporting and improve operational efficiency.
- Collaborate with leadership across the organization to support informed, data-driven decision making.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in finance, financial planning & analysis (FP&A), accounting, corporate finance, or a related discipline.
- CPA strongly preferred.
- Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial statement analysis.
- Demonstrated experience owning budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
- Advanced financial modeling skills using Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets.
- Experience preparing executive-level financial reporting and business performance analyses.
- Experience partnering cross-functionally with business leaders to support strategic decision making.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- MBA, or other relevant professional certification.
- Experience supporting venture-backed startups or high-growth technology companies.
- Experience supporting fundraising, board reporting, or investor relations.
- Experience working with ERP systems and financial planning software.
- Experience improving financial reporting processes through automation or systems implementation.
- Familiarity with SaaS financial metrics, subscription revenue, or technology company finance.
- Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
- Comfortable owning financial operations with minimal oversight.
- Analytical and naturally curious about business performance.
- Proactive and able to identify financial risks and opportunities before they become problems.
- Practical and solutions-oriented when balancing financial discipline with business growth.
- Able to influence cross-functional teams and build strong working relationships.
- Comfortable working in a fast-moving environment with evolving priorities.
- Excited to help build and scale financial operations alongside a rapidly growing company.
- Salary Range: $150K-$185K, depending on experience and location
- Bonus: Performance-based annual bonus
- Professional Development: Support for conferences, continuing education, and professional certifications
- Work Environment: Fully remote, U.S.-based
- Health Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- Time Off: Generous PTO and paid holiday schedule
- Retirement: 401(k) plan
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