Position:
Finance Director
Location:
Pittsburgh, PA
Job Id:
141
# of Openings:
1
Job Title:
Finance Director
Department:
General & Administration
Reports To:
Chief Executive Officer
Location:
Pittsburgh, PA, USA (Hybrid)
About Pair Networks
Pair Networks, has been a leading provider of web hosting services since its founding in 1995 and is headquartered in Pittsburgh. Pair Networks offers robust hosting solutions with a focus on security, reliability, and exceptional customer service. With annual revenues of approximately $10-12 million and a team of 50 employees we serve a diverse customer base across various industries and occupy a unique niche between startup and mid-market scale. In August 2024, Pair Networks was acquired by the rapidly growing Dutch PE firm Your.Online.
The acquisition by Your.Online represents a new phase of growth for Pair Networks, with plans to further enhance its position in the global hosting market in the USA while maintaining its commitment to high standards of service.Your.Online is a global leader in providing highly standardized (managed) hosting services, supporting businesses in achieving their full online potential. With a proven track record of acquiring, developing, and empowering strong local brands and annual sales of approximately
EUR 250 million and a team of over 700 employees Your.Online continues to grow rapidly through organic development and strategic acquisitions.
Job Summary
We are seeking a Finance director, end-responsible for all financial matters for Pair Networks. This role encompasses responsibilities across Finance (Reporting and Forecasting/Budgeting, Control, Business Analysis), HR, Treasury, Tax, Legal, and Compliance. You will work closely with the CEO to scale and grow Pair Networks domestically, support merger and acquisition (M&A) activities, and ensure financial integrity and business alignment with the Your.Online group. You will manage two direct reports within the finance/HR team (HR to be hired), providing support for approximately 50 employees across the organization, and will be the contact for legal, HR, tax and audit related topics.Together with the CEO and CTO you are part of the Management Team of Pair Networks.
Job Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Finance function, including systems, processes, and team development, while managing one direct report.
- Control and track financial performance against forecasts and key performance metrics.
- Develop, monitor, and execute business plans, budgets, and forecasts.
- Develop financial business cases for M&A into other related domestic markets.
- Enhance both financial and non-financial reporting frameworks, such as customer, ESG, and technology metrics, in line with global standards.
- Manage tax, legal, and insurance matters, serving as the primary point of contact.
- Identify and resolve operational bottlenecks, driving improvements in the finance function and the broader organization.
- Serve as a liaison between Pair Networks and Your.Online Group Finance and Business Development teams in the Netherlands.
Required Skills & Abilities
- A hands-on, entrepreneurial approach to managing the finance function while supporting the company's international expansion efforts.
- You naturally take charge, analyzing data with a problem-solving mindset.
- You understand your role has a great deal of responsibility and are committed to doing what’s right for the long-term success of the company, even when no one is watching.
- You are excellent at building relationships across the organization. Translating complex financial concepts into simple terms to ensure teams understand how financial data impacts their role and decisions.
Required Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
- Minimum of 10 years experience in a finance role, at least 3-5 years in a similar role.
- Strong background in Audit, Corporate Finance or TS, preferably with Big-4 experience.
- Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI (or similar data analysis tools).
- Experience in Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A).
- Experience in the IT/hosting sector or SaaS-based business models is preferred.
- Experience in IFRS, CSRD/ESG and ISO 27001 environments is beneficial as well.
What We Offer
- Market standard total compensation.
- Comprehensive health benefits, with employer-paid dental and vision coverage.
- Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
- Flexible working arrangements, including remote options.
- Generous paid time off and support for maintaining work-life balance.
- Opportunity to be part of an exciting, international expansion strategy.
- A dynamic work environment within a Private Equity-owned Buy-and-Build platform.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment are, and will be, recruited, selected and hired, and employment decisions are and will be made, without discrimination on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability. This policy applies to new employees, promotions and all personnel actions within the organization.The Company prides itself on the contribution it makes to the community. It is the intent of the Company to comply with all federal, state and local laws relating to equal employment opportunity.
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