Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to support leadership decision-making.
Lead development and management of the operating budget and dynamic financial forecasts; collaborate with department heads to build plans and track performance.
Develop and maintain financial models for scenarios including revenue projections, expense analysis, unit economics, and profitability assessments for new initiatives.
Monitor and project company cash flow; provide regular updates and strategic recommendations to optimize liquidity and working capital.
Identify and implement improvements to financial processes, systems, and internal controls to enhance efficiency and scalability.
Participate in strategic planning discussions; provide financial insights, market analysis, and data-driven recommendations to translate strategic goals into operational plans.
Conduct in-depth analysis of financial and operational KPIs (e.g., customer acquisition cost, lifetime value, churn, sales funnel efficiency, product usage) to identify trends and opportunities.
Serve as a strategic financial partner to Sales, Marketing, Product, and Engineering; provide analysis, custom dashboards, and recommendations for resource allocation.
Design and implement dashboards, reports, and presentations to communicate complex financial and operational data clearly to stakeholders.
Provide financial and analytical support for organizational planning, including headcount modeling and compensation analysis.
Prepare financial schedules, analyses, and investor materials for fundraising and may participate in select investor discussions as a financial subject matter expert.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related quantitative field; MBA or CFA is a plus.
3-5 years of progressive experience in a highly analytical finance or strategy role (FP&A, corporate finance, management consulting, or similar), preferably within a high-growth SaaS or technology company.
Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis, with a strong understanding of SaaS business models and key metrics.
Proven ability to contribute to strategic initiatives with data-driven insights.
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills; ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable recommendations.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel/Google Spreadsheets and PowerPoint; experience with financial reporting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite) and BI tools (Tableau, Power BI, Google Data Studio) is highly desirable.
Outstanding written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with executive leadership, internal teams, and external stakeholders.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment.
Proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a strong sense of ownership and a passion for building and growing businesses.