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Base pay range $280,000.00/yr - $350,000.00/yr
Job Title Chief Financial Officer
Role Overview An established, AI-driven civic engagement platform is entering a significant scaling phase and seeking its first true CFO to professionalize operations and drive company-wide financial discipline. This organization serves hundreds of public‑sector clients across major metro areas and is backed by well‑known institutional investors. The CFO will operate as both a strategic financial leader and an operational integrator, partnering closely with the CEO to strengthen infrastructure, elevate execution, and position the company for long‑term growth.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all core finance functions including budgeting, forecasting, FP&A, audits, reporting, and cash management
Implement financial discipline, operational rigor, and cross‑functional accountability
Build scalable operating systems to support long‑term growth and organizational maturity
Lead and develop the current finance team, including senior finance and accounting staff
Oversee legal operations and manage external counsel relationships
Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO on planning, resource allocation, and long‑range financial strategy
Drive improved margins, cost controls, and operational efficiency
Manage board communication, investor relations, and future fundraising or strategic transactions
Potentially oversee HR, business operations, or revenue operations depending on experience
Education & Qualifications
10+ years of senior finance leadership experience in SaaS, technology, or private‑equity‑backed environments
Prior experience as a CFO or SVP of Finance with enterprise‑level exposure
Demonstrated success building or repairing financial and operational infrastructure
Strong operational orientation beyond traditional finance duties
Experience in turnaround, recovery, or growth re‑acceleration environments
Ability to influence executive peers and drive accountability across teams
Advanced modeling, forecasting, and scenario‑planning skills
Executive‑level communication abilities with board and investor stakeholders
Preferred Experience
Experience within private equity portfolio environments
Deep SaaS expertise including ARR and subscription revenue economics
Exposure to multi‑national operations
Prior oversight of Legal, HR, or Business Operations
Based in New York City or able to work hybrid on‑site
Why Us
Opportunity to lead financial and operational transformation during a pivotal scaling phase
Mission‑driven organization supporting hundreds of public agencies and millions of residents
Highly visible executive role with direct partnership to the CEO
Backed by top‑tier investors with strong market traction and robust technology
Competitive compensation package: $280K to $350K base salary plus bonus and equity
Benefits And Perks Benefits and perks will be discussed with candidates during the application process.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis now and in the future. This position does not offer sponsorship.
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Base pay range $280,000.00/yr - $350,000.00/yr
Job Title Chief Financial Officer
Role Overview An established, AI-driven civic engagement platform is entering a significant scaling phase and seeking its first true CFO to professionalize operations and drive company-wide financial discipline. This organization serves hundreds of public‑sector clients across major metro areas and is backed by well‑known institutional investors. The CFO will operate as both a strategic financial leader and an operational integrator, partnering closely with the CEO to strengthen infrastructure, elevate execution, and position the company for long‑term growth.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all core finance functions including budgeting, forecasting, FP&A, audits, reporting, and cash management
Implement financial discipline, operational rigor, and cross‑functional accountability
Build scalable operating systems to support long‑term growth and organizational maturity
Lead and develop the current finance team, including senior finance and accounting staff
Oversee legal operations and manage external counsel relationships
Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO on planning, resource allocation, and long‑range financial strategy
Drive improved margins, cost controls, and operational efficiency
Manage board communication, investor relations, and future fundraising or strategic transactions
Potentially oversee HR, business operations, or revenue operations depending on experience
Education & Qualifications
10+ years of senior finance leadership experience in SaaS, technology, or private‑equity‑backed environments
Prior experience as a CFO or SVP of Finance with enterprise‑level exposure
Demonstrated success building or repairing financial and operational infrastructure
Strong operational orientation beyond traditional finance duties
Experience in turnaround, recovery, or growth re‑acceleration environments
Ability to influence executive peers and drive accountability across teams
Advanced modeling, forecasting, and scenario‑planning skills
Executive‑level communication abilities with board and investor stakeholders
Preferred Experience
Experience within private equity portfolio environments
Deep SaaS expertise including ARR and subscription revenue economics
Exposure to multi‑national operations
Prior oversight of Legal, HR, or Business Operations
Based in New York City or able to work hybrid on‑site
Why Us
Opportunity to lead financial and operational transformation during a pivotal scaling phase
Mission‑driven organization supporting hundreds of public agencies and millions of residents
Highly visible executive role with direct partnership to the CEO
Backed by top‑tier investors with strong market traction and robust technology
Competitive compensation package: $280K to $350K base salary plus bonus and equity
Benefits And Perks Benefits and perks will be discussed with candidates during the application process.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis now and in the future. This position does not offer sponsorship.
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