Senior Director of Finance
Core
Lead financial strategy, planning, accounting, and operations for a growing subscription-based technology business in the life sciences ecosystem.
Role type
Senior Director of Finance (Strategic Leadership & Operations)
Builds
Financial infrastructure, scalable processes, and high-performing finance teams for a venture-backed SaaS startup.
Domain
Life Sciences / Scientific Intelligence / SaaS
Required skills
Strategic financial planning, SaaS metrics analysis (ARR, MRR, churn), US GAAP/ASC 606 compliance, fundraising support, financial modeling, cash flow management, team leadership, ERP optimization.
Preferred skills
CPA/CMA/MBA, fundraising/M&A experience, life sciences industry knowledge, international tax compliance, modern FP&A tools.
Technologies
QuickBooks, Stripe, Brex, Bill, HubSpot, modern FP&A platforms, ERPs.
Responsibilities
Act as strategic advisor to CEO on business strategy and resource allocation; Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Product to establish budgets and monitor performance; Lead annual operating plans, rolling forecasts, and long-term financial modeling; Support fundraising, investor relations, and board reporting; Oversee financial planning and analysis including SaaS metrics; Develop monthly management reports and variance analysis; Model pricing strategies and market expansion; Manage cash flow forecasting and runway planning; Oversee financial close processes and revenue recognition; Supervise billing, collections, AP, payroll, and GL; Manage audits, tax compliance, and external advisor relationships; Maintain banking relationships and oversee equity administration; Design scalable financial processes and internal controls; Optimize finance systems and integrate with CRM; Support contract negotiations regarding financial terms; Oversee insurance and risk management; Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team.
Seniority
Senior Director, strategic leadership & team building
