Finance Operations Manager

RedCircle•Boston, MA

7d•$70,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

RedCircle is hiring a Finance Operations Manager to help ensure its financial operations run smoothly. The role owns the monthly financial close, advertising revenue reconciliation and invoicing, financial reporting, cash-flow forecasting, and day-to-day finance operations. The manager works with the Operations team, company leadership, advertising and account management teams, a contract bookkeeper, external accountants, and other advisors. The position has significant hands-on ownership and includes improving and automating finance workflows as the company grows. RedCircle is a growing, venture-backed technology company whose platform connects podcast creators, advertisers, and listeners. The role is hybrid, based in Los Angeles or Boston, with in-person work at the RedCircle office 3–4 days per week. Estimated annual base salary is $70,000–$130,000, plus equity and benefits; compensation depends on location, experience, and qualifications.

Requirements

At least 4 years of experience in accounting or a hands-on financial operations role; ideally at a technology company or other fast-growing business.
Experience coordinating or owning month-end close processes, financial reconciliations, and financial reporting.
Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial statements, and ability to work effectively with professional accountants and external advisors.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including investigating financial discrepancies and working with complex datasets.
Advanced proficiency in Excel, including financial modeling, data analysis, and reconciliations.
Experience using AI tooling to automate financial processes.
Experience with accounting software.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with ability to independently manage multiple recurring processes and deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including ability to work across departments and respond professionally to external financial inquiries.
Proactive, hands-on approach to problem-solving and process improvement, with willingness to handle routine operational work and complex financial challenges.
Ability to work hybrid in person at the RedCircle office in Los Angeles or Boston 3–4 days per week.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Xero.
Experience in digital advertising, media, marketplaces, or other businesses with complex revenue-sharing or payment models.
Experience with billing systems, payment platforms such as Stripe, or automated financial workflows.
Familiarity with SQL, BI tools, or other data analysis tools.
Experience developing cash-flow forecasts or supporting financial planning and analysis.
Experience coordinating work with external bookkeepers, accountants, or fractional finance teams.

Responsibilities

Own the monthly financial close, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately, reconciliations are completed, and financial reports are delivered on schedule.
Manage advertising revenue reconciliation and invoicing with advertising operations and account management teams; ensure campaigns are billed accurately, resolve discrepancies, and account for revenue properly.
Prepare monthly financial statements and reports for company leadership, including income statement, balance sheet, and cash-flow reporting, in coordination with the bookkeeper.
Maintain short-term cash-flow forecasts and help leadership understand cash position, expected inflows, and upcoming obligations.
Oversee day-to-day financial operations with the contract bookkeeper, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, expenses, and bank reconciliations.
Manage payment operations and support by investigating payment issues, responding to inquiries, and coordinating with internal teams to resolve problems.
Maintain accurate financial records and processes, working with external accountants and advisors on accounting questions, year-end close, and tax-related requests.
Identify opportunities to improve and automate accounting, invoicing, reporting, and payment workflows.
Prepare recurring and ad-hoc financial analyses to help leadership understand business performance, revenue trends, and operational financial metrics.
Support leadership and other teams on finance-related projects and initiatives as needed.