Hybrid Head of Finance

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About the role

  • Head of Finance managing strategic operations at Vendelux, a Series A SaaS company. Directly overseeing a team of finance and operations professionals for growth and efficiency.

Responsibilities

  • Directly manage and develop a team of six: Controller, FP&A Manager, Head of Talent (Recruiting), HR Generalist, Legal Associate, and Rev Ops Manager
  • Set clear goals, KPIs, and professional development plans for each direct report; run regular 1:1s and team meetings to maintain alignment and accountability
  • Foster a high-performance, collaborative team culture that balances operational rigor with the speed and adaptability required at a Series B startup
  • Identify hiring needs as the company scales and build a roadmap for expanding the team across each function
  • Serve as a mentor and career sponsor, creating growth opportunities and succession plans within the organization
  • Partner with the FP&A Manager to own the annual budgeting process, quarterly forecasts, and rolling financial models that inform executive decision-making
  • Build and maintain a robust three-statement financial model with scenario analysis to support fundraising, board reporting, and strategic planning
  • Deliver monthly financial reporting packages to the CFO, CEO, and Board of Directors with variance analysis and actionable commentary
  • Manage cash flow planning, runway analysis, and capital allocation to ensure the company operates with appropriate financial discipline
  • Partner with department heads to build and track departmental budgets, headcount plans, and ROI frameworks
  • Guide the Controller through month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP
  • Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions managed by the Controller and accounting team
  • Own the relationship with external auditors and tax advisors; lead preparation for the company’s first independent audit
  • Implement and refine internal controls, policies, and procedures to ensure SOX-readiness as the company scales
  • Oversee revenue recognition policies in compliance with ASC 606 for SaaS subscription and usage-based revenue
  • Lead the Head of Talent and HR Generalist to deliver on core HR functions including recruiting, benefits administration, compensation benchmarking, and compliance with federal and state employment regulations
  • Partner with leadership to design and implement scalable people processes: onboarding, performance management, and employee engagement
  • Oversee relationships with PEO/payroll providers and benefits brokers; evaluate when to bring capabilities in-house
  • Ensure compliance with multi-state employment laws and support international hiring where applicable
  • Manage outside counsel relationships and direct the Legal Associate on day-to-day legal matters including contracts, IP, employment, and corporate governance
  • Own and streamline the contract review and approval process for vendor agreements, customer MSAs, NDAs, and partnership deals
  • Support equity administration including cap table management, stock option grants, and 409A valuations
  • Ensure corporate compliance with board governance requirements, annual filings, and regulatory obligations
  • Partner with the Rev Ops Manager, Sales, and Customer Success leadership to define, track, and report on key revenue metrics (ARR, NDR, CAC, LTV, pipeline velocity)
  • Oversee CRM data integrity strategy and ensure accurate pipeline and bookings reporting through the Rev Ops Manager
  • Design and implement sales compensation plans, commission structures, and quota-setting frameworks
  • Build dashboards and reporting infrastructure to give leadership real-time visibility into revenue performance and forecasting accuracy
  • Drive alignment between Finance and GTM teams on billing, collections, and revenue recognition processes.

Requirements

  • 8–12+ years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or operations roles, with at least 4 years directly managing teams of 3 or more
  • Proven track record of hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teams across multiple functions
  • Prior experience at a high-growth, venture-backed SaaS company (Series A through C); startup experience is required
  • Deep knowledge of GAAP, financial modeling, and SaaS metrics
  • Demonstrated ability to lead across multiple functions (Finance, HR, Legal, Rev Ops) simultaneously without sacrificing quality or team morale
  • Experience managing external relationships with auditors, tax advisors, outside counsel, and benefits providers
  • CPA, CFA, or MBA preferred but not required
  • Proficiency with modern finance and operations tools (e.g., QuickBooks/NetSuite, Carta, Salesforce, Rippling, or similar)
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary and bonus
  • Healthcare covering medical, dental and vision
  • Work from our NYC HQ
  • Unlimited PTO plus two company-wide shutdowns during the July 4th week and the Christmas – New Years week

Job title

Head of Finance

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$200,000 - $240,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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