Director of Finance

Topo Advisors•Indianapolis, IN

31d

About The Position

Topo is hiring key team members for its finance and accounting team. If you’ve ever been interested in working at a startup as a member of the early team, this is it! Topo provides scalable, embedded accounting and finance support to high-growth venture-backed companies. Topo’s customers look to us as early-stage company experts focused on helping their companies succeed. We are looking for a strategic Director of Finance to deliver world-class finance leadership to high-growth SaaS and services companies. This role serves as the fractional finance leader for Topo’s customers and acts as a hands-on thought partner to CEOs and executive teams at dynamic, fast-growing organizations.

Requirements

7+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or a related field
Significant experience working with venture-backed companies, including investor relations, board presentations, and cap table modeling
Experience managing or directing team members
Demonstrated ability to lead effectively in ambiguous, fast-changing environments
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high degree of intellectual rigor
Proven track record as a hands-on, cross-functional operator
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey the right information at the right time to drive alignment and stakeholder buy-in

Responsibilities

Build and scale finance and accounting infrastructure for high-growth clients
Lead and direct Topo’s analysts and accounting team to deliver exceptional client outcomes
Develop, maintain, and refine budgets and financial forecasts for venture-backed startups
Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting for executive teams and boards
Partner with executive leadership to execute financing strategy, including equity and debt raises, ensuring companies are appropriately capitalized
Identify, onboard, and implement accounting and reporting systems, ensuring scalable controls and processes are in place to support future growth
Support capacity planning initiatives, including headcount, quotas, and commissions, as needed
Analyze financial results and communicate insights to drive decision-making
Own the annual financial planning process, including budgeting and FP&A reporting for key stakeholders (CEO, leadership team, board)
Serve as a trusted thought partner to CEOs and senior leaders on strategic initiatives
Implement scalable processes and systems that enable and accelerate growth