Yourgi Director of Finance

Welcome to Destination Pet. We are One Pack- a united team working together to elevate the love and lives of pet families. Our pet-obsessed professionals create a connected care network of trustworthy partners who bring creative innovation every day. We are revolutionizing the pet industry. Join us!

We are looking to add a Director of Finance to support our Yourgi to our team!  

LOCATION: Remote (US-based preferred) 

REPORTS TO: Group CFO (dotted line partnership with President of Yourgi) 

PAY: $135k - $160K and 20% bonus at Target 

CORE RESPONSIBILITES:  

• Build and maintain sophisticated financial models tailored to a two-sided marketplace, including forecasting revenue streams (e.g., transaction fees, subscriptions, rewards programs), unit economics, and scenario planning for growth in the pet care sector.  

• Partner closely with the Yourgi President and leadership team to provide strategic financial insights, support fundraising efforts, and drive long-range planning and budgeting.  

• Lead financial reporting, including preparation of executive-level materials, board presentations (as needed), and analysis of key marketplace metrics (e.g., GMV, take rates, user acquisition costs, retention).  

• Oversee balance sheet and cash flow forecasting to ensure liquidity, capital efficiency, and support for app development and scaling initiatives.  

• Manage the finance rhythm of business for Yourgi, including monthly/quarterly reviews, variance analysis, and alignment with cross-functional teams (product, engineering, marketing).  

• Support month-end and quarter-end close processes with detailed analysis, ensuring accuracy and compliance in a tech/SaaS environment.  

• Drive process improvements in financial systems, tools, and reporting to enhance efficiency, scalability, and data-driven decision-making.  

• Monitor and optimize operating expenses, with a focus on tech investments (e.g., AI features, platform enhancements) and marketplace dynamics.  

• Provide thought leadership on financial strategies for tech innovation, including AI applications in pet care personalization and SaaS revenue optimization.  

• Collaborate with the Group Finance team on consolidated reporting and mentor junior finance staff as the business grows. 

REQUIREMENTS:  

Education & Experience: 

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.  

• 10+ years of progressive experience in finance roles, with significant time in tech companies (e.g., app development, marketplaces, or digital platforms).  

• Proven track record in strategic finance or FP&A at high-growth tech startups or scale-ups; SaaS experience is strongly preferred.  

• Experience with AI technologies or AI-enabled products is highly desirable.  

• Background in consumer-facing tech or marketplace businesses a plus; pet care industry knowledge is advantageous but not required. 

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