Head Of Finance Jobs

Our client in B2B marketplace company is looking for a Head of Finance.

The Head of Finance will have a day-to-day, ongoing impact on company operations, helping us to analyze, strategize, and grow our financial position. This seasoned strategist not only will understand current accounting practices and trends, but also will have experience raising capital and adapting to change, whether it’s through growth or downsizing. As a member of senior management, the Head of Finance will be comfortable in a leadership role that requires clear and effective communication skills.

Objectives of this role

• Take responsibility (either directly or via staff) for all cash management, investments, insurance, budgeting, and financial reporting, and help drive the company’s financial strategy and hiring needs
• Ensure cash flow is compatible with operations by overseeing day-to-day accounting, recording, reporting, and internal-control activities of the organization
• Comply with national and local financial requirements by studying existing and new legislation and taking appropriate action
• Develop and implement best practices and tools to ensure a well-controlled yet flexible organization that has strong fiscal management, project coordination, cross-team communications, and workflows
• Coordinate development of annual operating, capital, and program budgets, as well as reporting for the same

Responsibilities

• Research revenue opportunities and economic trends, analyze internal operations, and identify areas for cost reduction and process enhancement
• Oversee HR operations by coordinating with external service providers (ex: payroll, benefits, recruitment) and internal staff responsible for other aspects of HR
• Manage finance personnel and oversee financial IT systems, ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory entities (ex: Financial Accounting Standards Board, Internal Revenue Service, state attorneys general)
• Monitor business performance with tracking tools, establish corrective measures as needed, and prepare detailed reports for earnings calls, management team, and rest of company
• Work with senior managers to efficiently develop budget proposals, provide access to project finance information, and ensure contract/grant compliance and reporting
• Perform risk management through analysis of company liabilities and investments, and evaluate and manage capital structure and fundraising initiatives

Required skills and qualifications

• Excellent leadership skills, with steadfast resolve and personal integrity
• Understanding of advanced accounting, regulatory issues, and tax planning
• Working knowledge of how to raise capital outside traditional lines of credit
• Exceptional verbal, written, and visual communication skills
• Five or more years of experience in executive leadership roles

Preferred skills and qualifications

• International finance experience
• Executive experience with SaaS business models and their associated revenue recognition
• Experience in mergers and acquisitions and investor relations
• Master’s degree (or equivalent experience) in accounting, business accounting, or finance
• Professional certification (ex: Certified Public Accountant)