Chief Financial Officer

Phaxis • Full-time • New York, NY, US • 1d ago

Position Summary
The CFO will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for the company's overall financial health, strategy, and operations. This role oversees financial planning, capital strategy, reporting, and risk management, while partnering closely with the CEO, board, and other executives to drive sustainable growth in a rapidly evolving company.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Strategy & Leadership

Develop and execute the company's financial strategy in alignment with overall business objectives
Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and board of directors on financial matters, M&A opportunities, and long-term growth planning
Lead annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes
Evaluate and advise on new revenue streams

Oversee financial modeling, scenario planning, and KPI tracking across ad revenue, affiliate/commerce, subscriptions, and other business lines
Provide monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and variance analysis to leadership and the board
Ensure timely, accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP
Maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and compliance procedures
Oversee audits, tax filings, and relationships with external auditors and tax advisors
Manage cash flow, working capital, and treasury operations
Lead fundraising efforts (equity, debt, or other capital) as needed, including investor relations and board reporting
Manage banking relationships, credit facilities, and capital structure decisions
Support M&A activity, including due diligence, valuation, and integration planning for acquisitions or divestitures of media brands/assets

Required

10+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience, including 5+ years in a senior finance leadership role (CFO, VP Finance, or similar)
CPA preferred
Proven track record of financial planning, fundraising, and/or M&A experience