Head of Finance

Accountabilities:: Lead and oversee the entire finance function, including accounting, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Partner closely with the COO and executive leadership to support strategic decision-making through accurate financial information, forecasts, and actionable recommendations. Monitor financial performance, cash position, and runway, proactively identifying risks, opportunities, and potential improvements in spending and resource allocation. Collaborate with Revenue Operations leadership to analyze pipeline performance, unit economics, customer retention, sales efficiency, and revenue trends. Oversee sales commission structures and compensation plans, ensuring alignment with business objectives and financial performance. Partner with department heads to establish budget visibility, monitor spending, evaluate financial trade-offs, and maintain accountability across teams. Own the annual financial planning process, quarterly reforecasts, operating models, cash flow forecasts, and scenario planning for pricing, hiring, and business growth. Oversee all accounting operations, including monthly and annual financial close, accounts payable and receivable, revenue recognition, and tax compliance. Improve accounting processes and internal controls to ensure accurate reporting, operational efficiency, and a faster, more reliable financial close. Lead annual audits and oversee compliance with applicable tax, accounting, and regulatory requirements across all operating jurisdictions. Manage relationships with investors, lenders, banking partners, and other financial stakeholders. Own board and investor reporting, ensuring financial information is accurate, insightful, and aligned with strategic objectives. Lead fundraising-related financial activities, including financial modeling, preparation of investor materials, and management of data rooms. Build, lead, and develop a high-performing finance team, determining which activities should be managed internally or outsourced. Identify and implement AI-powered tools, automation, and technology solutions to streamline financial workflows and increase team efficiency. Requirements: Extensive experience in financial planning and analysis (FP&A), with subsequent responsibility for overseeing the full finance function, including accounting. Proven experience working in early-stage and fast-growing SaaS businesses, ideally within technology-driven environments. Demonstrated experience building, managing, and developing finance teams, with direct accountability for financial performance and reporting. Strong background in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and strategic financial planning. Experience managing accounting operations, including month-end and year-end close, revenue recognition, accounts payable and receivable, and tax matters. Proven ability to lead external audits, support fundraising initiatives, and present financial results and strategic recommendations directly to board members. Strong understanding of SaaS financial metrics, including unit economics, customer retention, sales efficiency, revenue performance, and operating margins. Experience collaborating with Revenue Operations and executive stakeholders on revenue analysis, sales compensation, and business performance. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify financial risks and opportunities and translate complex data into clear recommendations. Strong business judgment and the confidence to challenge assumptions, communicate an informed point of view, and adapt recommendations based on financial evidence. Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain financial concepts to stakeholders at all organizational levels. High degree of autonomy, ownership, and accountability, with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced and evolving environment. Proven leadership, coaching, and team-building skills, with a strong commitment to developing talent and maintaining high performance standards. Strong interest in AI and automation, with practical experience using tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, or similar technologies to improve workflows, build financial models, and generate insights. Ability to thrive in a fully distributed, remote-first working environment while maintaining operational rigor and effective collaboration. Must be based in the United States. Employer-sponsored visas are not currently available for this position. Benefits: Competitive annual salary ranging from $200,000 to $250,000, depending on qualifications and experience. Equitable compensation approach with a transparent, best-and-final initial offer and no salary negotiation policy. Unlimited paid time off (PTO). Comprehensive employee benefits package. Fully remote working environment, with flexibility to organize working hours according to your time zone. Remote-first culture with team meetings scheduled to accommodate North American time zones. Opportunity to work with innovative AI-powered technology and contribute to the development of a growing SaaS business. High level of autonomy, ownership, and influence over strategic business decisions. Collaborative and inclusive working environment that values diversity, feedback, accountability, and continuous learning. Opportunity to build and shape a finance function, implement new technologies, and develop a high-performing team. Equal employment opportunities and reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.