Director of Finance
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Director of Finance supporting Yourgi with financial insights and forecasting in the pet care industry. Leading financial reporting and driving tech innovation efficiency.
Responsibilities:
- Build and maintain sophisticated financial models tailored to a two-sided marketplace, including forecasting revenue streams (e.g., transaction fees, subscriptions, rewards programs), unit economics, and scenario planning for growth in the pet care sector.
- Partner closely with the Yourgi President and leadership team to provide strategic financial insights, support fundraising efforts, and drive long-range planning and budgeting.
- Lead financial reporting, including preparation of executive-level materials, board presentations (as needed), and analysis of key marketplace metrics (e.g., GMV, take rates, user acquisition costs, retention).
- Oversee balance sheet and cash flow forecasting to ensure liquidity, capital efficiency, and support for app development and scaling initiatives.
- Manage the finance rhythm of business for Yourgi, including monthly/ quarterly reviews, variance analysis, and alignment with cross-functional teams (product, engineering, marketing).
- Support month-end and quarter-end close processes with detailed analysis, ensuring accuracy and compliance in a tech/SaaS environment.
- Drive process improvements in financial systems, tools, and reporting to enhance efficiency, scalability, and data-driven decision-making.
- Monitor and optimize operating expenses, with a focus on tech investments (e.g., AI features, platform enhancements) and marketplace dynamics.
- Provide thought leadership on financial strategies for tech innovation, including AI applications in pet care personalization and SaaS revenue optimization.
- Collaborate with the Group Finance team on consolidated reporting and mentor junior finance staff as the business grows.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in finance roles, with significant time in tech companies (e.g., app development, marketplaces, or digital platforms).
- Proven track record in strategic finance or FP&A at high-growth tech startups or scale-ups; SaaS experience is strongly preferred.
- Experience with AI technologies or AI-enabled products is highly desirable.
- Background in consumer-facing tech or marketplace businesses a plus; pet care industry knowledge is advantageous but not required.
- Expert-level financial modeling, forecasting (including balance sheet and cash flow), and variance analysis in dynamic tech environments.
- Strong understanding of SaaS and marketplace metrics (e.g., ARR, CAC, LTV, churn, network effects).
- Excellent presentation and communication skills, with experience preparing materials for executive leadership and stakeholders.
- Proficiency in financial tools/systems (e.g., Excel, NetSuite, Adaptive Insights); knowledge of SQL, data analytics tools, or BI platforms (e.g., Tableau, Looker) is a plus.
- Strategic mindset with the ability to partner cross-functionally in a fast-paced, innovative setting.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive health, vision, dental, long & short-term disability, and life insurance.
- 401k match.
- Pet care discounts and perks through Yourgi.
- Flexible Time Off.
- Opportunity to grow your career in a high-impact role at the intersection of tech, AI, and the pet industry, with a network of passionate professionals.
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