Hybrid Head of Finance

at Vendelux

• Job title: Head of Finance
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: $200,000 - $240,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, New York City, United States

About the role

• Head of Finance managing strategic operations at Vendelux, a Series A SaaS company. Directly overseeing a team of finance and operations professionals for growth and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage and develop a team of six: Controller, FP&A Manager, Head of Talent (Recruiting), HR Generalist, Legal Associate, and Rev Ops Manager
• Set clear goals, KPIs, and professional development plans for each direct report; run regular 1:1s and team meetings to maintain alignment and accountability
• Foster a high-performance, collaborative team culture that balances operational rigor with the speed and adaptability required at a Series B startup
• Identify hiring needs as the company scales and build a roadmap for expanding the team across each function
• Serve as a mentor and career sponsor, creating growth opportunities and succession plans within the organization
• Partner with the FP&A Manager to own the annual budgeting process, quarterly forecasts, and rolling financial models that inform executive decision-making
• Build and maintain a robust three-statement financial model with scenario analysis to support fundraising, board reporting, and strategic planning
• Deliver monthly financial reporting packages to the CFO, CEO, and Board of Directors with variance analysis and actionable commentary
• Manage cash flow planning, runway analysis, and capital allocation to ensure the company operates with appropriate financial discipline
• Partner with department heads to build and track departmental budgets, headcount plans, and ROI frameworks
• Guide the Controller through month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions managed by the Controller and accounting team
• Own the relationship with external auditors and tax advisors; lead preparation for the company’s first independent audit
• Implement and refine internal controls, policies, and procedures to ensure SOX-readiness as the company scales
• Oversee revenue recognition policies in compliance with ASC 606 for SaaS subscription and usage-based revenue
• Lead the Head of Talent and HR Generalist to deliver on core HR functions including recruiting, benefits administration, compensation benchmarking, and compliance with federal and state employment regulations
• Partner with leadership to design and implement scalable people processes: onboarding, performance management, and employee engagement
• Oversee relationships with PEO/payroll providers and benefits brokers; evaluate when to bring capabilities in-house
• Ensure compliance with multi-state employment laws and support international hiring where applicable
• Manage outside counsel relationships and direct the Legal Associate on day-to-day legal matters including contracts, IP, employment, and corporate governance
• Own and streamline the contract review and approval process for vendor agreements, customer MSAs, NDAs, and partnership deals
• Support equity administration including cap table management, stock option grants, and 409A valuations
• Ensure corporate compliance with board governance requirements, annual filings, and regulatory obligations
• Partner with the Rev Ops Manager, Sales, and Customer Success leadership to define, track, and report on key revenue metrics (ARR, NDR, CAC, LTV, pipeline velocity)
• Oversee CRM data integrity strategy and ensure accurate pipeline and bookings reporting through the Rev Ops Manager
• Design and implement sales compensation plans, commission structures, and quota-setting frameworks
• Build dashboards and reporting infrastructure to give leadership real-time visibility into revenue performance and forecasting accuracy
• Drive alignment between Finance and GTM teams on billing, collections, and revenue recognition processes.

Requirements

• 8–12+ years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or operations roles, with at least 4 years directly managing teams of 3 or more
• Proven track record of hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teams across multiple functions
• Prior experience at a high-growth, venture-backed SaaS company (Series A through C); startup experience is required
• Deep knowledge of GAAP, financial modeling, and SaaS metrics
• Demonstrated ability to lead across multiple functions (Finance, HR, Legal, Rev Ops) simultaneously without sacrificing quality or team morale
• Experience managing external relationships with auditors, tax advisors, outside counsel, and benefits providers
• CPA, CFA, or MBA preferred but not required
• Proficiency with modern finance and operations tools (e.g., QuickBooks/NetSuite, Carta, Salesforce, Rippling, or similar)
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and bonus
• Healthcare covering medical, dental and vision
• Work from our NYC HQ
• Unlimited PTO plus two company-wide shutdowns during the July 4th week and the Christmas – New Years week