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START

Chief Financial Officer

START, Salt Lake City, UT, United States


Job Summary

As our CFO, you'll be entrusted with the pivotal task of leading our finance and accounting department towards unparalleled performance and well as providing executive and company-wide leadership executing on the vision of our CEO. This role isn't just about hitting targets; it's about setting new benchmarks, relentlessly pursuing excellence, surpassing growth targets in record-time, and leading by example. This isn't a role for the faint-hearted - it's for those who thrive under pressure and excel in fast-paced environments.

Essential Qualifications

  • You are proven leader with at least 15 years of progressive experience in financial leadership roles, with at least three years of experience as the CFO for a $100M plus company.
  • Experience leading a company through high-growth targets at warp speed required. Experience leading a company through financing and debt opportunities also required.
  • At least five years of experience working for consumer package goods companies in a leadership role.
  • At least five years of experience leading and managing merger and acquisition opportunities for high growth companies.
  • Demonstrated financial leadership with B2B and B2C businesses (E-Commerce financial experience is a must. E commerce financial experience in a higher risk industry preferred.)
  • Experience leading and implementing SOC I, SOC II and SOX compliance regulations preferred
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Readiness to drive aggressive growth for our companies through demonstrated financial leadership and prowess a must.
Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Leadership:
  • Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company's growth objectives
  • Provide strategic guidance on financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
  • Collaborate with the executive team to drive business growth and operational efficiency.
Financial Management:
  • Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial statements and reports
  • Manage cash flow, working capital, and capital allocation to support growth initiatives.
Investment and Fundraising:
  • Lead efforts to secure funding, including equity financing, debt financing, and strategic partnerships. Support the development of advantageous banking relationships
  • Evaluate investment opportunities and make recommendations to support strategic objectives.
Risk Management and Compliance:
  • Identify and manage financial risks, ensuring appropriate mitigation strategies are in place.
  • Evaluate and continue to up-level internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity.
Financial Analysis and Reporting:
  • Conduct in-depth financial analysis to support decision-making and identify growth opportunities
  • Develop and present financial reports to the board of directors, investors, and other stakeholders.
  • Monitor key performance indicators and provide actionable insights to drive performance improvement.
Strategic Planning and Execution:
  • Contribute to long-term strategic planning and execution, ensuring alignment with financial goals
  • Evaluate and implement financial technologies and systems to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Support mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives as required