
Chief Financial Officer
Apollo Information Systems
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Denver • Colorado • United States
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Salary
💰 $200,000 - $250,000 per year
Job Level
Tech Stack
About the role
- Develop and execute comprehensive financial strategies aligned with company growth and valuation objectives. Lead long-term financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes, including cash flow forecasts, scenario analysis, mix/margin analysis, variance reporting, and profitability analysis to identify opportunities for margin improvement.
- Oversee all federal, state, and local tax and regulatory compliance and filings, and develop strategies to optimize the company's tax position. Manage operational financial metric reporting including pricing, revenue recognition, and project profitability.
- Manage cash flow, working capital, and liquidity planning. Optimize banking relationships, treasury operations, and credit and collections processes to maintain healthy cash conversion cycles.
- Coordinate stock plan governance including 409A valuations, option grants, warrant issuances, stock-based compensation accounting, and related tax reporting (Form 3921, 83(b) elections, ISO $100K limit compliance). Manage board and shareholder actions including preparation of board materials, resolutions, and minutes. Serve as first-line evaluator and final approver for contracts, and manage legal vendor relationships.
- Entity Accounting Oversee accounting and financial reporting for affiliated partnerships and investment entities, including capital account maintenance, partner contributions, share allocations, distributions, ownership changes, K-1 reporting, and partnership ledger management.
- Oversee insurance programs (D&O, E&O, Cyber) and ensure contractual risk mitigation and adequate liability coverage.
- Prepare and deliver comprehensive board materials and financial presentations, communicating performance, risks, and opportunities to the Board of Directors, CEO, and shareholders. Support fundraising activities and investor relations as needed.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for automation and operational efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, sales operations, human resources, and delivery teams.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- CPA strongly preferred; Detailed technical accounting knowledge and hands on experience required.
- 10+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a senior finance role
- Proven track record in a high-growth Cybersecurity, SaaS, or professional services environment
- Deep expertise in accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls
- Strong operational finance background including invoicing, billing, and collections management
- Experience with government contracting, compliance requirements, and revenue recognition preferred
- Proficiency with financial systems and ERP platforms
- Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills strongly preferred
- Experience with exits/ sales transactions a strong plus but not required.
- Ability to design and implement scalable financial processes and controls
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for board and stakeholder presentations
- Collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teams, strong intuitive business skills and ability to come up to speed on new business quickly
- Uncompromising ethics and commitment to financial accuracy
- Thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with evolving priorities
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, the company covers 100% of employee premiums and 90% of dependent premiums on base plans
- Unlimited PTO, 7 paid sick days, and 11 paid holidays
- 401(k) with 4% company match after 90 days, immediately vested
- Company‑paid life insurance at 1x annual salary
- Company‑paid Short‑Term Disability (STD) and Long‑Term Disability (LTD) coverage
- $125 monthly home‑office tech stipend for internet, equipment, and other technology needs
- Amazing colleagues, a collaborative environment, and a supportive, growth‑focused culture
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
financial strategiesbudgetingforecastingcash flow managementvariance reportingprofitability analysisaccounting principlesfinancial reportingfinancial modelingrevenue recognition
Soft Skills
communication skillscollaborationleadershipoperational efficiencycontinuous improvementbusiness acumenethicsadaptabilitypresentation skillscross-functional teamwork
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in AccountingBachelor's degree in FinanceCPA