Head of Finance
Lead financial strategy, planning, and M&A as the key finance partner to the CEO. Build the finance function from the ground up at a high-growth SaaS startup.
What You’ll Do
Strategic Finance
- Own and manage the company’s integrated financial model, including long-range planning, annual operating plan, and rolling forecasts
- Translate operational goals into financial targets and establish the right planning cadences across the organization
AI Systems & Processes
- Build an AI-native finance function — deploy AI tools to automate forecasting, reporting, and financial workflows
Board Reporting & Investor Relations
- Prepare all quarterly Board materials, investor presentations, and management dashboards
Build the Finance Team
- Hire, mentor, and develop a high-performing Finance function from the ground up — spanning FP&A, accounting, and strategic finance
M&A
- Source, evaluate, and execute acquisition opportunities end-to-end
- Lead financial diligence, build deal models, negotiate terms, and manage post-acquisition integration planning
What We’re Looking For
- 4-8 years of experience in Finance, with at least 2+ years at a technology investment firm or high growth SaaS / AI company
- Prior experience in Investment Banking, Private Equity, or Venture Capital is highly desirable
- Direct experience with M&A execution (deal sourcing, financial diligence, modeling, negotiation) and/or fundraising
- Deep knowledge of SaaS business model, advanced modeling techniques, valuation methodologies, and GAAP principles
- Proven ability to operate at a tactical level and a strategic level simultaneously
- A strong curiosity and proactive approach to applying AI toward the evolution of finance operations
Why Join Playground
- Competitive salary + equity
- 3 weeks of PTO
- Health, vision, and dental benefits
- $1200/year education stipend
- 401(k)
- Free lunch daily
- New MacBook and any equipment you need
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