Head of Finance

Shade Inc.

. Own the operating model, annual budget, and rolling forecast .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesLead💰 $200,000 - $250,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial modeling, SaaS metrics analysis, and strategic financial decision-making. Proven ability to build finance systems and processes in a fast-paced startup environment while effectively communicating complex financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders.

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Financial ModelingSaaS Metrics AnalysisExcel ProficiencyERP System ExperienceStrategic Financial Decision-Making

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Hard Skills

Financial ModelingScenario AnalysisForecastingThree-Statement ModelsSaaS Metrics UnderstandingBudgetingReconciliationsVendor Terms ManagementAccounting KnowledgeCash Flow Analysis

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationOwnershipLow EgoProcess BuildingFast-Paced Operation

Tools & Technologies

ExcelGoogle SheetsAI ToolsQuickBooksERP Systems

Industry Keywords

SaaSSeries B+ StartupVenture CapitalInvestment BankingConsulting

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the operating model, annual budget, and rolling forecast
Build scenario models for hiring plans, pricing, new market bets, and fundraising outcomes
Run monthly close, budget-vs-actuals, and board and investor reporting
Track and report core SaaS metrics: ARR, NRR, burn multiple, CAC payback, gross margin, and runway
Apply knowledge of strong business metrics and operational changes relative to financial guidance
Partner with Sales and RevOps on quotas, commissions, and deal desk
Partner with Ops on payroll and spend controls
Set up controls, policies, and processes appropriate for the company’s size
Bring a financial lens to major decisions and take ownership of finance
Work directly with the CEO as a finance partner
Build finance models, establish reporting cadence, and support the next financing

Requirements

What you’ll need

6-8 years of experience in finance, including building finance systems at a Series B+ startup
Ideally, started career in venture capital, investment banking, or consulting
Excellent in Excel (or Google Sheets)
Use AI tools like Claude
Build three-statement models, scenario analyses, and forecasts from scratch
Ideally, background in accounting
Hands-on experience with an ERP or accounting system, QuickBooks included
Understand SaaS metrics and connect them to cash, runway, and valuation
Comfortable owning strategic work and detailed finance work, including close, reconciliations, and vendor terms
Communicate clearly with non-finance people and turn a model into a one-page recommendation
Low ego, high ownership, and comfortable building processes where they do not exist
Operate at a fast pace and articulate how they work
Comfortable sparring with a hands-on founder

Benefits

Comp & perks

Meaningful equity participation
Medical, dental & vision insurance
401k with % match
Unlimited PTO
Gym membership @ Lifetime