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Head of Finance

ZenBusiness
UKRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 19 Jul 2023

About the role

Who We AreWe started our company to help others launch and run their own businesses, at any stage. The way we help is by keeping it simple and supporting entrepreneurs one step at a time. Put simply: our mission is to enable anyone to start, run, and grow their business while avoiding the common pitfalls that derail hopeful entrepreneurs. No more having to wade through forms, taxes, or ongoing state compliance. 
We are a remote company based in Austin, Texas. We have team members from Florida to Oregon and all points in between. Take pride in your work knowing that it shapes how people all across the country reach their goal of starting, running, and growing their businesses.  
If the idea of helping people and working with a genuinely caring, supportive team excites you, then you’ve come to the right place.
This position will report to the CFO and is a remote role.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in formulating the company’s future direction by providing input on the company’s business plan, financial and tax strategies, budgeting, and forecasting.
  • Reports financial status by developing forecasts, reporting results, analyzing variances, and developing improvements.
  • Increase revenue visibility and predictability across the entire company.
  • Be a strong business partner by communicating and enabling change that drives strategy with supporting numbers.
  • Assist in developing the company’s metrics and disclosures to use with external audiences.
  • Solid knowledge of financial analysis and forecasting.
  • Driving the financial planning of the company by analyzing its performance and risks.
  • Develop and execute short- and long-range financial initiatives as a strategic leader.
  • Develop M&A valuation models and business value drives and oversee the diligence process.
  • Manage SEC and tax filings, adhering to all regulatory requirements.
  • Establish a robust planning and budgeting process for the organization.
  • Assist in managing banking relationships.
  • Ability to take complex data and find key metrics.
  • Develop secure procedures to maintain confidential information.
  • Recommend cost-reducing solutions.

Qualifications

  • 12+ years in senior financial management positions.
  • 4+ years of people management.
  • Proven experience leading a company through a successful IPO.
  • Hands-on experience with budgeting and risk management.
  • Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting models.
  • Proficiency in finance and accounting software.
  • Solid analytical and decision-making skills.
  • Experience managing a company's cash flow.
  • Deep understanding of capital markets.
  • Master's degree in business administration, accounting, or finance preferred.

Bonus Qualifications

  • Background in investment banking, equity research, or SaaS company experience.
  • Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
  • Experience with M&A is a plus.
  • MacOS and G-Workspace knowledge is a plus.
Remote Culture. A great company culture leads to happy employees, and happy employees lead to happy customers. That’s why we invest in our employees by providing them with competitive salaries and benefits, equity, and the opportunity to tackle interesting challenges that have a positive impact. 
Let’s stay connected! We believe in staying connected, and we have a weekly “All Hands” meeting every week. We also have a social committee that hosts frequent events. We’ve held a virtual talent show, costume competitions, monthly lunch and learn series, Hackathons, and more! 
Benefits. PTO, Company Paid Medical and Vision Coverage for Employees and Dependents, Dental, Disability, and Life Benefits, 401K + matching, 10 Paid Holidays, Parental Leave, Military Leave, Employee Assistance Program, Pet Insurance, Stock Options, Paid Parking* + more! 
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We believe in diversity, equity & inclusion. At ZenBusiness, every voice counts no matter your race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, location, or background. We celebrate the diversity of our teams, knowing that our products, services, and customers thrive best when we lean into and celebrate our differences.
Please check out our careers page to learn more about our culture, benefits, and open opportunities.
*applicable to in-office employees

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