Remote Head of Finance

Summary

Join Ribbiot as an experienced Director/VP of Finance to take control of our financial operations, iterate on pricing models, and drive towards cashflow positivity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred
• Proven experience in a senior financial leadership role, preferably as a VP of Finance or CFO
• Strong understanding of SaaS and HaaS pricing models and financial strategies
• Excellent financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting skills
• Experience in managing tax compliance and R&D tax credits
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations, including managing a controller and working with external accountants
• Ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with regulatory standards
• Maintain all taxes, including R&D tax credits, and ensure compliance with state and local taxes, including employment tax and registration with various states
• Develop and maintain financial models and projections
• Create and manage budgets, ensuring the lengthening of runway
• Provide detailed financial analysis and strategic insights to support decision-making
• Iterate on different pricing models for SaaS, HaaS, and combo solutions, including professional implementation services
• Analyze market trends and competitor pricing to inform pricing strategies
• Oversee overall cash management and treasury functions
• Craft strategies to achieve cashflow positivity as quickly as possible
• Partner with the CEO on investor relations, fundraising, and preparing board decks
• Implement scalable financial systems and processes (e.g., transition from QuickBooks to Netsuite)
• Manage risk control measures, including D&O insurance and other operational risks
• Assist with employee expense reimbursements, billing, and invoice management

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising, specifically preparing for Series A and B rounds
• Strong network within the venture capital and startup communities
• Proven ability to develop and execute financial strategies that align with business goals
• Experience in scaling startups and managing rapid growth
• Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements in a startup environment
• Ability to provide strategic insights and recommendations to the executive team
• Demonstrated success in driving cost efficiencies and maximizing profitability
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive and hands-on approach
• Experience with financial software and tools relevant to startup finance management
• Ability to build and lead a finance team as the company grows

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Benefits package