Remote Chief Financial Officer

Summary

Join our growing team of public interest technologists as Skylight's Chief Financial Officer and play a pivotal role in guiding and developing the company's financial well-being.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or related field; Master’s degree (e.g., MBA) or relevant certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA) preferred
• Extensive experience in financial management, with at least 10–15 years in financial leadership roles in a government contractor professional services environment
• Excellent general management and leadership skills
• Outstanding organizational skills, including attention to detail
• Excellent people management skills
• Experience building and managing high-performing teams
• Relentless commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Collaborative, supportive leadership style
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Strong business acumen
• Superb written and oral communication skills
• Relentless commitment to excellence and quality in everything we do
• Strong understanding of business functions such as people ops, marketing, business development, etc
• Ability to collect, analyze, and derive actionable insights from financial, operational, and performance data
• Ability to serve as a coach/mentor to other leaders and managers
• Passionate about creating better public outcomes through great government services
• A mindset and work approach that aligns with our core values
• Ability to travel for work from time to time

Responsibilities

• Formulate and implement the company’s financial strategy, participate in strategic planning, act as an advisor to the executive team, and play a key role in mergers and acquisitions
• Develop, manage, and oversee the annual budget process, prepare accurate and timely financial statements, and conduct financial analysis and performance monitoring
• Ensure adherence to government regulations (e.g., FAR, DCAA), coordinate audits, manage financial risks, and maintain internal controls
• Implement cost accounting practices for government contracts, develop pricing strategies, manage wrap rates, and identify and implement cost-saving measures
• Monitor and manage cash flow, develop financial forecasts and projections, oversee expense management, and manage payroll and accounts payable processes
• Oversee tax planning and compliance, manage investment portfolios, develop capital-raising strategies, and manage debt relationships
• Assemble, manage, and develop the finance and accounting team, including providing financial training and support to other organizations
• Oversee financial relationships with vendors and contractors, ensure procurement process oversight, and negotiate payment terms
• Oversee the implementation, management, and upgrading of financial systems and technologies to streamline processes and improve accuracy
• Communicate financial performance and strategy to stakeholders, uphold ethical standards in financial reporting, and serve as the primary financial liaison with government agencies

Benefits

• Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Dependent care FSA, healthcare FSA, health savings account
• Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 10% of your salary with no vesting period
• Paid time off, including 20 vacation days, 11 federal holidays, and flexible sick leave
• Up to 12 weeks paid time off for all eligible new birth, adoption, or foster parents
• Performance rewards, including annual salary increase, annual performance bonus, spot bonuses, and stock options
• Business development / sales bonuses
• Referral bonuses
• Annual $2,000 allowance for professional development
• Annual $750 allowance for tech-related purchases
• Annual swag budget of $100 to display your Skylight pride with some merchandise (hoodies, hats, and more)
• Dollar-for-dollar charity donation matching, up to $500 per year
• Access up to $1,000 before payday to cover emergency expenses
• Flexible, remote-friendly work environment