Our client, a rapidly growing organization with secured funding and a clear path to scale, is looking to bring on a Chief Financial Officer. With strong investor support and a growing team, they are entering a critical growth phase and are seeking a strategic and hands-on CHO to lead all aspects of finance, accounting, and governance.

As their CFO, you will serve as a core member of the executive team responsible for leading financial strategy, managing accounting operations, and serving as the primary financial liaison to the board and investors. You’ll play a key role in supporting scaling operations, optimizing their financial systems, and positioning the company for long-term success.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Strategy & Leadership

Shape and execute the company’s financial vision and roadmap in partnership with the CEO and board
Develop long-term financial forecasts, operating models, and KPIs to support strategic decision-making
Monitor company performance and provide data-driven insights to improve efficiency and profitability

Accounting & Financial Operations

Lead day-to-day accounting operations, including financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, and audits
Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Strengthen financial infrastructure, internal controls, and scalable processes as the company grows

Board & Investor Relations

Prepare and deliver financial reports, dashboards, and presentations to the board of directors
Serve as the point of contact for existing investors and support ongoing governance and reporting requirements
Facilitate due diligence and performance reporting for future funding rounds or strategic initiatives

Cash & Capital Management

Oversee cash flow planning, capital allocation, and scenario modeling to ensure financial health
Manage banking relationships, vendor contracts, and external financial partnerships
Maintain and manage the company’s cap table and equity programs

Team & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Build and manage the finance and accounting team, scaling resources in line with company growth
Collaborate with department leaders on budget planning, goal setting, and resource allocation
Provide financial guidance to all departments to align with company objectives

Qualifications

Proven experience as CFO or senior finance executive at a venture-backed start-up or high-growth company
Deep knowledge of GAAP accounting, corporate finance, and financial operations
Strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills with experience interfacing with boards/investors
Hands-on experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, etc.) and financial modeling tools
CPA or MBA strongly preferred

Nice to Have

Experience managing finance during Series A/B/C scaling stages
Background in [insert relevant industry if known, e.g., SaaS, e-commerce, health tech]
Familiarity with equity compensation plans, option pools, and startup legal frameworks

The Equus Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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