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Chief Financial OfficerNorthborn • WorkFromHome, Auckland, New Zealand
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Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer

Northborn • WorkFromHome, Auckland, New Zealand
22 hours ago
Job description

This is a key executive role for a high-velocity, fast-growing software business based on a subscription revenue model. The CFO will serve as the strategic financial leader, reporting directly to the CEO, responsible for driving profitable growth, financial strategy, and maximizing long-term shareholder value.

Responsibilities

  • Strategic Financial Leadership : Act as the primary financial and strategic business partner to the CEO, developing and implementing financial models that support aggressive growth while optimizing for profitability and operational efficiency.
  • Global Expansion & Strategy : Lead the financial planning, treasury, and compliance functions related to international operations and expansion, ensuring financial structures support global growth and currency risk management.
  • Growth and Forecasting : Own the company's annual operating plan, long-range financial forecasts, and budgetary planning. Continuously monitor performance against key SaaS metrics (MRR, ARR, Churn, LTV / CAC) to inform strategic decisions that drive scalable growth.
  • Capital and Value Strategy : Lead all capital planning initiatives, including debt and equity fundraising, and investor relations. Strategically position the business for sustainable growth and financial readiness to maximize returns and long-term shareholder value.
  • Cash and Liquidity Management : Aggressively manage working capital, treasury functions, and cash flow forecasting to ensure adequate runway and financial flexibility to fund strategic growth.
  • Process and Scalability : Architect and implement state-of-the-art financial infrastructure, systems, and controls (e.g., billing, automation, compliance) that are robust enough to support rapid scaling and ensure audit readiness.
  • Team Development & Risk : Lead, mentor, and build a high-performing finance, accounting, and legal team. Ensure strict financial compliance and manage business risks across the organization.

Candidate Profile

  • Proven experience as a CFO or VP of Finance within a technology company is essential, ideally a fast-growing, recurring revenue (SaaS) business.
  • Exceptional track record in developing and executing growth strategies underpinned by financial rigor and data-driven insights, including international expansion.
  • Demonstrated success in leading and managing fundraising efforts and a deep understanding of financial positioning to maximize shareholder value.
  • Expert-level ability to model, communicate, and forecast key performance indicators essential to a subscription-based model.
  • High proficiency in establishing efficient, automated financial systems and controls for a scaling organization.
  • Why Join This Team?

  • Competitive Compensation : Receive a highly competitive salary and executive benefits package.
  • Awesome Culture & Team Spirit : Join a team that prioritizes a positive, high-energy awesome culture and genuine team spirit.
  • Flexible Work : We offer a balanced hybrid work arrangement.
  • High Impact : Directly drive the financial and strategic direction of a leading, fast-growing SaaS business.
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