Optiwatt is hiring a
VP of Finance

Summary

The job is for a VP of Finance at Optiwatt, a company focused on home electrification and reversing global warming. The role involves financial strategy, operational finance, stakeholder management, and growth potential. The company culture is described as ethical, collaborative, and fun.

Requirements

• Excited to work on any of the following; electric vehicles, smart thermostats, the electric grid, technology, climate change reduction
• Have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred
• 5+ years of progressive finance experience
• Experience in a high-growth startup or technology company, preferably within a Series A or later stage
• Proven track record of successfully managing finance functions in dynamic and rapidly evolving environments
• Strong understanding of financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders
• Strong leadership and team-building skills with a collaborative, results-driven approach

Responsibilities

• Financial Strategy & Planning: Develop and execute financial strategies to support the company's growth objectives
• Lead the annual budgeting process, including long-term financial planning and forecasting
• Provide strategic recommendations to the CEO and executive team based on financial analysis and projections
• Oversee all financial operations including accounting, FP&A, treasury, tax, and compliance
• Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial reporting
• Manage cash flow and capital structure to ensure the company has adequate liquidity
• Serve as a key point of contact for investors, auditors, and regulatory bodies
• Prepare and present financial performance reports to the board of directors and investors
• Lead fundraising efforts and manage relationships with financial institutions and investors

Benefits

• Ability to work fully remote, hybrid, or in-person in our following branches: San Francisco, CA, Denver, CO, Columbus, OH, Minneapolis, MN
• Stock options dependent on experience and salary flexibility
• Healthcare, vision, and dental
• $1,500 improvement or mental wellness purchase match
• 401k contribution and matching
• Every other Friday off
• Unlimited paid vacation/sick leave
• Yearly company retreats to far-away places
• Flexible work hours, and we mean it. We want you to work when you are most productive, no matter if you are a night owl, early bird, or live in a different US time zone
• Paid career development opportunities (learn a skill!)
• $1,000 expensed home office supplies, work travel, team entertainment, etc. as necessary