Join the Rapidly Growing Team at Attivo Partners!
Are you dedicated to excellence and eager to advance your career? Passionate about technology and startups? Excited to work with some of the most innovative early-stage companies in the world? If so, Attivo Partners is the place for you!
Why Attivo?
Attivo Partners is a fast-growing full-service finance and accounting consulting firm headquartered in San Francisco, with a presence in major startup hubs across the US. Our remote teams specialize in providing fractional CFO and accounting services to venture-backed emerging growth clients, supporting their journey from inception to over $50M in revenue.
What We Offer:
- Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a talented team with extensive experience in venture-backed companies. At Attivo, we believe in teamwork and value the unique insights and creativity each member brings.
- Culture of Growth: We thrive on the challenges presented by diverse and exciting clients, offering unparalleled learning and professional development opportunities.
- Mentorship and Training: We are committed to nurturing talent and providing ongoing mentoring and training to help you grow personally and professionally.
- Flexibility: We understand the importance of balance and are dedicated to maintaining a culture that supports your career and personal life.
Our Values:
- Lasting Relationships: We build solid and enduring connections with our clients and team members.
- Data-Driven Insights: We leverage data to drive intelligent decisions and impactful results.
- Growth-Focused Mindset: We embrace opportunities for continuous improvement and innovation.
- Collaboration-First: We prioritize teamwork and believe the best solutions come from working together.
- Culture-Conscious: We foster a supportive and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
Join us at Attivo Partners and be part of a team that's shaping the future of finance and accounting for startups. Let's grow together!
Role Overview
The CFO is responsible for all financial affairs and functions for one or more of Attivo’s clients as a key part of their management team. The CFO is the engagement lead and manages our client company’s financial functions, including accounting, reporting, systems, budgeting, and forecasting. You must be a hands-on, roll up your sleeves, type of leader and should enjoy fast-paced, start-up environments.Although the position location is flexible/work from home, we have a preference for candidates in New York City, Boston and Los Angeles.
Candidates in other locations are welcome to apply. Some travel to in-person company events is required, approximately 2-3 weeks out of the year.
Responsibilities
- Be a trusted advisor to the CEO, members of the executive management team, and investors
- Present financial and operating performance and analyses to the company’s CEO, management team and Board of Directors
- Provide leadership, direction and management to the finance and accounting team, both Attivo and client teams
- Provide oversight of effective internal financial controls and the preparation of all financial reporting
- Drive the company’s financial forecasting and planning
- Prepare financial and operating analyses that support business decision making
- Ensure cash flow is appropriate for the company’s activities
- Analyze company operations to identify operational and cost efficiencies and implement solutions
- Work cross-functionally to develop and disseminate financial and business intelligence across the company
- Identify and manage risks to the company’s financial and business health
- Review major contracts and subcontracts for completeness and risk management issues
- Assist the company with equity and debt financings
- Manage the treasury function for return and safety
- Oversee tax-related matters to ensure timely compliance
- Oversee all audits/reviews (financial, tax, bank, etc.), maintain the relationship with external auditors, and ensure compliance of GAAP requirements
- Assist with special projects assigned by the CEO and/or Board of Directors
Requirements
- Ability to strategize and problem solve
- Strong leadership and organizational skills
- Excellent knowledge of data analysis, modeling, and forecasting methods
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Strong project management skills including an ability to multi-task, prioritize and respond quickly to a rapidly changing environment
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred; MBA/CPA preferred
- Minimum of 10 years of senior financial leadership including 5 years as VP Finance or CFO
- Minimum 5 years of experience in venture-backed, emerging growth companies
- Experience working in a fast-paced technology, or professional services environment
- Experience or interest working in the fintech, consumer packaged goods, and/or Web3 spaces highly preferred
Professional Attributes
- Ability to earn the trust and respect of the CEO, management team and Board of Directors by establishing a collaborative relationship
- High energy and enthusiasm, with a strong commitment to exceeding client expectations
- Flexibility and openness to work on a variety of assignments and industries
- Ability to learn quickly, make an immediate impact, and provide value-added service to our clients
- High-level of integrity, sense of creativity, and good business judgment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, displaying the ability to connect and build relationships with clients, firm leadership, and peers; ability to effectively communicate with all levels within organizations and a variety of audiences with a range of accounting and finance knowledge
- Fast learner with high degree of curiosity
- Team player with a strong desire to be an active, long-term participant in the growth of Attivo Partners
- Entrepreneurial spirit and passion for startups and early stage growth companies
Salary Range
Attivo offers a competitive base plus bonus, and opportunities for advancement. The starting salary range for CFO is approximately $225,000 to $275,000 per year plus bonus.
Benefits
Benefits for full-time employees include: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (100% coverage for employees on base plan, 70% coverage for additional family members), participation in Flexible Spending Accounts and 401(k), 3 weeks PTO, voluntary Life Insurance & Disability plans, and work-from-home allowance. Primary caregivers and others requiring a flexible work schedule or reduced hours are encouraged to apply; benefits may be prorated for part-time hires.
Final Notes
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Attivo Partners is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. People from diverse racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.
