Chief Financial Officer

SparkHouse LLC • Full-time • Denver Metropolitan Area, US • 1w ago

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) {Recruiting for Sensera Systems}

Based in Golden, Colorado, Sensera Systems (www.SenseraSystems.com) is a leading innovator in AI-driven jobsite intelligence. We empower over 2,000 general contractors and construction professionals to build with confidence by providing solar-powered, wireless camera hardware integrated seamlessly with our cloud-based software, SiteCloud. Our solution leverages cutting-edge AI to interpret visual data, ensuring jobsites are safe, secure, and successful.

Summary:

Reporting to the CEO, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for shaping the company’s financial strategy, scaling financial operations, and driving long-term enterprise value. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong operational discipline and deep experience in SaaS and/or hardware-enabled technology businesses. The CFO will oversee all financial functions, including FP&A, accounting, fundraising, investor relations, and compliance, while also playing a critical role in pricing strategy, unit economics, and business model optimization across both hardware and recurring software revenue streams.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership

Partner with the CEO and executive team to define and execute the company’s long-term strategy
Serve as a strategic advisor on growth initiatives, market expansion, and drive business model optimization across hardware, SaaS, and hybrid revenue streams (e.g., subscription + equipment)
Translate operational metrics into financial insights to guide decision-making

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning
Develop and track key SaaS and hardware metrics (ARR, CAC, LTV, gross margin by product line, payback periods)
Build scalable financial models that support rapid growth and capital efficiency

Capital Strategy & Fundraising

Lead equity and debt fundraising efforts, including investor outreach, diligence, and negotiations
Manage relationships with investors, board members, and financial institutions
Prepare board materials and investor reporting packages

Accounting & Compliance

Oversee all accounting operations, including revenue recognition (ASC 606), inventory accounting, R&D tax credits and cost capitalization
Ensure compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements
Manage audits, tax strategy, and risk management

Business Operations & Efficiency

Drive financial discipline across the organization, ensuring alignment with strategic goals
Partner with operations and engineering teams to optimize hardware cost structure and supply chain economics
Establish KPIs and dashboards that provide visibility into company performance

Pricing & Revenue Strategy

Develop pricing models for both hardware (capex or lease) and SaaS subscriptions
Analyze customer segmentation, usage patterns, and monetization opportunities
Support go-to-market strategy with data-driven insights

Team Leadership

Build and lead a high-performing finance team
Implement scalable systems, processes, and internal controls
Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement

Mergers & Acquisitions

Partner with CEO in any M&A opportunity to evaluate economics and business strategy
Experience integrating acquisitions into core financial processes

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a financial discipline - MBA preferred, CPA required - and 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, including prior CFO or VP Finance role in a SaaS or recurring revenue business
Experience in hardware-enabled SaaS, IoT, or construction technology business preferred
Strong understanding of unit economics, subscription metrics, and financial modeling
Experience with fundraising and investor relations
Deep knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and compliance
Background in managing both hardware and software P&Ls
Experience scaling a high-growth startup or growth-stage company
Ability to operate at both high-level strategy and detailed execution

Why Join Us?

Open - base salary and annual incentive commensurate with experience.
Equity stock options.
401k program with company match.
Medical, Dental and Vision available.
Company paid Basic Life, Short-Term and Long-Term disability.
Generous paid holidays and time off.

Sensera Systems has a fun, collaborative culture of innovation and hard work. We value team members who are professional, enjoy learning and taking on a wider range of responsibilities, and who are customer and market focused. We enjoy a relaxed, results-oriented culture and are a solid team that has demonstrated success together.