A growing fintech company is seeking a highly strategic Chief Financial Officer to partner directly with the founders and executive leadership team during a critical phase of growth and transformation. This executive will lead global Finance, Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, Risk, and Finance Operations while helping drive profitability, operational efficiency, and long-term shareholder value.
Compensation: 500k-750k base with 20% bonus and equity
Location: 2x/week in NYC office
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute financial strategies that support growth, profitability, and operational excellence.
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and performance management initiatives.
- Oversee public company financial reporting, internal controls, compliance, audits, and governance requirements.
- Drive finance transformation efforts, including process optimization, automation, and scalable infrastructure.
- Manage treasury, liquidity, capital allocation, and balance sheet strategy.
- Partner with leadership on strategic initiatives, new product launches, market expansion, investments, and M&A opportunities.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to founders, executives, and the Board, providing independent financial and business guidance.
- Build and develop a high-performing finance organization across multiple functions and geographies.
Ideal Background
- 15+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, including CFO-level or equivalent executive responsibilities.
- Significant public company experience, including SEC reporting, SOX compliance, investor relations, and corporate governance. IPO experience highly valued.
- Background within fintech, financial services, or other regulated, complex organizations.
- Demonstrated success driving operational improvements, cost optimization, profitability initiatives, and organizational scaling.
- Strong executive presence with the ability to influence founders, boards, investors, and senior stakeholders.
- CPA and/or MBA preferred.
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