Emerald AI

Financial Planning and Analysis

• Own the company’s financial strategy, aligning capital allocation, operating plans, and long-term objectives with overall business goals.
• Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis, delivering clear, actionable insights to the leadership team.
• Manage cash flow, burn, and runway planning to ensure financial stability and capital efficiency.
• Develop and maintain robust financial models to support strategic decision-making and scenario planning.
• Partner with the CEO on fundraising strategy, including preparation of financial models, investor materials, and due diligence.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for investors on financial reporting, metrics, and business performance updates.
• Design and implement scalable operational systems and processes across finance, vendors, and internal workflows.
• Identify operational risks and inefficiencies, proactively implementing solutions to support rapid growth.
• Oversee accounting, expense management, and financial systems (e.g., ERP, budgeting tools).
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax requirements, and corporate governance best practices.
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls, audit readiness, and accurate financial reporting.
• Build, mentor, and scale the finance and operations team over time.

Head of Finance – Operations