Head of Finance

Summary

Join Shift5, a rapidly growing cybersecurity and predictive maintenance company, as their Head of Finance. This strategic role involves overseeing all financial operations, partnering with leadership, and driving financial performance. Responsibilities include financial planning and analysis, accounting operations, team management, and cash management. The ideal candidate will be an experienced finance leader with a proven track record in high-growth companies, particularly in SaaS or hardware manufacturing. Shift5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including a bonus program, equity, comprehensive health coverage, 401k, life and disability insurance, uncapped PTO, and flexible work arrangements.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a finance leader in a high-growth company
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial planning, and analysis
• Experience with financial systems and reporting tools
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key financial advisor to the leadership team, contributing to strategic decision-making and driving financial performance in alignment with company goals
• Develop and manage annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and long-term financial models
• Analyze key business metrics, provide insightful reporting, and support data-driven decision-making
• Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger management, month-end close, financial reporting, audit preparation, tax compliance, and internal controls
• Build and mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment
• Optimize cash flow, accounts receivable, and accounts payable processes to support company growth and financial objectives

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SaaS and/or hardware manufacturing
• Pre- and post-IPO experience, with a track record of scaling businesses to over $100M in revenue

Benefits

• Bonus program and equity in a fast-growing startup
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families
• Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions
• 401k with employer contributions
• Employer-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Uncapped paid time off policy
• Flexible work & remote work policy
• Tax-deferred public transit benefits with Metro SmartBenefits (DC/MD/VA)