Department: Finance

Salary: $200K - $250K

Location: Melville, NY

Job Function: Finance

Employment Type: Full-time

Seniority Level: Executive

Echelon Payments is a high-growth payment processing company headquartered in Melville, NY, processing billions annually for merchants across the United States.

We are seeking a strategic and execution-focused CFO to join our executive team. This is a high-impact leadership role with full ownership of the finance function, from month-end close to long-range financial planning. You will report directly to the CEO and serve as a key advisor to the President, Executive team and Board of Directors.

What You'll Do

Deliveraccurateandtimelyfinancial reporting
Drive financial planning and analysis (FP&A), including budgeting, modeling, and performance management
Own cash management, liquidity planning, and short- and long-range forecasting
Manage banking compliance, commercial banking relationships, and lending relationships
Oversee third-party billing management and on-statement billing workflows
Oversee residual payment processing and reconciliation
Coordinate with external auditors to prepare and deliver audited financial statements
Partner with tax advisors to develop and execute proactive tax strategies
Lead the evaluation,selection, and annual renewal of company insurance programs
Manage the ADP PEO relationship, including plan renewals, cost analysis, and benefits benchmarking
Provide strategic financial counsel to the CEO,President, Executive team, andBoard ofDirectors
Partner with the Head of HR on compensation planning, benefits strategy, and workforce cost management
Review and approve bi-weekly payroll in partnership with the senior accounting team, ensuring accuracy, compliance, andtimelyprocessing
Build, develop, and lead a high-performing finance team

Qualifications

10+ years of progressive finance or accounting experience
Experience in payments, fintech, or merchant services is strongly preferred; familiarity with interchange, residuals, and payment processing economics is a significant plus
Master’sdegree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related required
CPA, CFA, or CMA strongly preferred
Prior VP of Finance, Director of Finance, Controller, or CFO experiencerequired
Proven experience in payments, fintech, or high-growth B2B environments preferred
Track recordof leading finance teams and cross-functional collaboration
Deep knowledge of corporate finance: budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and long-range planning
Strongproficiencyinfinancial managementsoftware (QuickBooks or equivalent)
Advanced Excel; familiarity with Power BI, or similar analytics tools a plus
Experiencewithcloud softwaresuch asSalesforce,Ramp, and Click U p
Hands-onexperience with SOC 1internal controls and financial audit framework
Excellent communication skills — comfortable presenting to executives, board members, and banking partners

Who You Are

High integrity and ethical standards
Great communicator and team player
Strategic thinker who can align finance with company goals
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with attention to detail
Problem-solver who moves quickly and decisively
Resilient, calm under pressure, and decisive
Thrive in a fast-paced environment where the work is meaningful and the stakes are real

Job Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience
Strong opportunity for growth
Comprehensive benefits, including medical, vision,anddental
401k with 100% vested matching
Paid time off

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