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Head of Finance

vcfo, Wilmington, Delaware, us, 19894

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Head of Finance Location:

Wilmington, DE / Philadelphia, PA (Hybrid – 3+ days onsite strongly preferred) Reports to:

President About: vcfo has partnered with a leading SaaS company specializing in advanced supply chain planning solutions for global organizations. Backed by private equity, our client is in an exciting stage of transformation and growth — building the infrastructure to scale, modernize, and prepare for the next chapter of their journey. Our client is seeking a

hands-on, strategic, and growth-oriented Head of Finance

to join their leadership team. This is a highly visible role with direct exposure to the board and investors, offering a clear path from

Director of Finance to VP of Finance within one year

for the right candidate. Position Overview: The Head of Finance will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing our clients financial strategy while implementing best practices across the back office. This senior-level, roll-up-your-sleeves leader will own the entire finance function — including financial planning & analysis, reporting, audit, compliance, treasury, and key performance monitoring. As a strategic partner to senior management and the President, this leader will provide the insights and financial rigor needed to optimize business decision-making and drive scalable growth. The ideal candidate has held leadership roles in high-growth SaaS companies and successfully built systems, processes, and teams that can scale in a PE-backed environment. Key Responsibilities: 1. Strategic Financial Leadership Partner with senior management to drive financial strategy and planning. Lead forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning aligned with company goals. Translate financial insights into operational actions to improve growth, efficiency, and profitability. 2. FP&A | Reporting | Metrics Build and maintain the company’s financial model & reporting package. Prepare presentations for management, operating reviews, and board meetings. Conduct ad hoc analysis on pricing, compensation, and business performance. 3. Financial Operations & Systems Lead and optimize month- and quarter-end close processes (target: 7-day close). Scale finance operations, processes, and systems to support rapid growth. Evaluate and implement ERP (e.g., QuickBooks → NetSuite) and other financial systems. Oversee covenant reporting and debt management. Manage cash, balance sheet, and treasury functions. Support financial due diligence for M&A opportunities. 5. Compliance & Controls Ensure GAAP-compliant reporting (including ASC 606 implementation). Establish strong internal controls, policies, and audit readiness. Manage relationships with external tax, legal, and audit advisors. Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing finance team. Create a culture of accountability, operational excellence, and agility. Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Product, and Professional Services. Qualifications | Experience | Skills: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics (MBA or CPA preferred). 10+ years of progressive finance experience, including 3–5+ years in SaaS or recurring revenue environments. Extensive experience in a

PE- or VC-backed growth company . Strong understanding of SaaS KPIs, revenue recognition (ASC 606), and subscription models. Proven experience leading ERP implementations (e.g., NetSuite). Advanced Excel and financial modeling expertise. Track record of reducing close timelines, leading audits, and supporting M&A due diligence. Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills. High integrity, results-oriented, and able to thrive in a

fast-paced, high-growth

environment. Why Join our client? Opportunity to step into a

high-impact leadership role

with a clear growth path to VP Finance. Work directly with senior executives, the board, and investors. Drive the financial foundation of a

high-growth, PE-backed SaaS company . Competitive compensation and benefits. Generous and competitive base salary Annual performance bonus Equity (MIU) 401K employer match (up to 5%) Full Medical and Dental Coverage (Insurance plan) – nothing out of pocket abd HSA fund. No medical expense + additional Medical Reimbursement that is not covered by insurance plan. Cell and Internet reimbursement Seniority level

Seniority level Director Employment type

Employment type Full-time Job function

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