About the Role
ThisWay Global is at the forefront of the HR technology revolution, leveraging cutting-edge artificial intelligence to eliminate bias and connect the worlds best talent with the right opportunities. We are seeking a highly strategic and experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our executive leadership team and spearhead our financial trajectory during a period of rapid global expansion. This is a unique opportunity for a forward-thinking financial leader to play a critical role in shaping the future of a high-growth SaaS platform while ensuring our financial operations are robust, scalable, and aligned with our long-term mission of equity in hiring. The successful candidate will act as a primary advisor to the CEO and Board of Directors, ensuring that our financial health supports our ambitious product roadmap and market penetration strategies.
Key Responsibilities- Drive the companys global financial strategy, including long-range planning, annual budgeting, and rolling forecasts to support aggressive growth and profitability targets.
- Oversee all aspects of accounting, tax, treasury, and financial reporting, ensuring strict compliance with regulatory requirements and GAAP standards across multiple jurisdictions.
- Manage and nurture relationships with investors, venture capitalists, and financial institutions, serving as the primary point of contact for capital raising and investor relations.
- Deeply analyze and optimize SaaS-specific metrics, such as CAC, LTV, Net Revenue Retention, and ARR, to provide actionable insights that drive operational efficiency.
- Lead the financial evaluation of potential mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships, providing comprehensive due diligence and integration planning.
- Strengthen and maintain internal controls and risk management frameworks to protect company assets and ensure data security within the financial ecosystem.
- Provide expert financial guidance on product pricing strategies and international market expansion initiatives.
- Mentor, develop, and scale the finance and accounting departments, fostering a culture of excellence, transparency, and high performance.
- Prepare and present detailed financial reports and strategic recommendations to the Board of Directors and key stakeholders.
- Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics; MBA or CPA designation is highly preferred for this executive role.
- Minimum of 10 to 15 years of progressive financial leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a high-growth SaaS or technology-driven environment.
- Proven track record of successfully navigating Series B through D funding rounds or preparing a technology company for a successful exit or IPO.
- Exceptional expertise in capital structures, equity management, and complex financial modeling within a distributed workforce model.
- Superior communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into compelling strategic narratives for diverse audiences.
- Demonstrated experience with modern ERP systems, business intelligence tools, and automated financial reporting software.
- Strong ethical foundation and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in both corporate culture and financial strategy.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, remote-first environment, maintaining high levels of productivity and team engagement.
- Competitive executive compensation package including a high base salary and significant equity participation.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans with premium coverage options.
- Flexible work-from-home environment with a commitment to healthy work-life integration and flexible PTO.
- Generous professional development budget and opportunities for executive coaching and networking.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
- The chance to lead at a company that is making a tangible social impact by reducing bias and increasing opportunity in the global workforce.
- Home office stipend to ensure your remote workspace is optimized for success and comfort.