Chief Financial Officer

Company: Certent, Inc
Location: Roseville
Posted on: September 12, 2020

Job Description:

It’s an exceptional market opportunity. Which is why we’re looking for exceptional people to join us. You know, like you. Working with Certent is an opportunity to join a global company with a local attitude. We understand it’s a competitive world, and you have lots of options on where to grow your career. So it’s no wonder we strive to create a place where people want to belong, grow and make a real impact on our customers and the industry at large. So if that’s what you’re looking for, here’s some great news; we’re looking for you.

Annual growth rate for the last four years

Certent isn’t just a career move, it’s a leap. We understand the opportunity – and the honor, to help you increase the momentum down your career path. Looking for your potential? You’ll probably find it right here. Support for obtaining career certificates such as CEP (Certified Equity Professional) and CPA

Industry exposure through speaking engagements and conference attendance

Promote-from-within philosophy

Certent has a true and sustainable impact on the markets and customers we serve. It should be no surprise that this is a direct result of empowered team members who make a difference every day. We hire smart people and empower them to lead

Employees take ownership and work autonomously, but with the support of their team and manager

We make a meaningful impact on our clients’ success

A lot of companies talk about the life work balance thing. We’d like to evolve that a bit and get you to consider life work integration; where the culture and environment have you achieving a quality of life at work or home. Social committees organize outings such as bowling, movies and happy hours – you know, events worth attending

Group volunteer projects such as Stop Hunger Now and Toys for Tots

Free lunch Wednesdays and employee appreciation ice cream social. Mmmmmm – ice cream

Help elevate people’s working lives

Time off when you need it From responsible time off to generous PTO, we want you to take the time you need to relax and recharge

A full suite of benefits to help you take care of your mind and body

Complimentary catered lunches If you are located in one of our offices, enjoy catered lunches every Wednesday and a fully stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages.

We play hard, too Company social events, happy hours, holiday party, and more...

Certent provides competitive benefits, and is dedicated to making a corporate culture that our team members thrive in. We work with great talent – wherever it is – providing flexibility and balance with the other areas of our lives.

Take advantage of medical, dental and vision insurance for employees and dependents.

We invite you to check out our opportunities. One of them has your name on it. Explore the opportunities below and let us know what you think. Explore the opportunities below and let us know what you think. Not seeing the ideal position? You can still apply with our general application below.

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Phone: +1 800-854-8821 International: +1 720-249-2181

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Accounting/Finance Roseville, California

Description Welcome! Certent is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer with a proven track record of leadership to add its growing team in Roseville, CA that will report to the CEO. This executive will direct the day-to-day financial activities of the Company and partner with the executive leadership team to scale the business for growth. The CFO will foster a results and metrics driven culture by bridging financial management with operational execution.

To be successful in this role, you will need a proven track record of being an inspirational people leader, strong cross-functional collaborator, an outstanding communicator, and nimble, innovative, and strategic thinker. This individual will have the ability to understand the company’s long-term strategies and translate them into actionable, motivating, and measurable goals.

What You'll Do:

Analyze and present financial statements in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statement

Management of organizational cash flow and cash flow forecasting

Active participation in influencing company direction, growth, strategic planning, acquisition integration and financial forecasting as a member of the senior management team

Present financial results to the Board of Directors with narrative on results, variances to Plan, trends, and key metrics

Oversight and leadership of annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with the CEO; administration and review of all financial plans and budgets; monitoring of progress and changes to keep senior leadership team abreast of the organization’s financial status

Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaise with external auditors

Responsible for all financial and accounting functions including policy development and implementation, and financial system development and management

Update and implement all necessary business policies, accounting practices and financial controls

Oversight of all commission plans across brands

Development and management of internal financial controls

Oversight and mentoring of the accounting, finance, and legal staff

What You'll Need:

10+ years’ Financial Services experience required

Previous experience in high growth, enterprise software environments and track record of successfully scaling a business

Strategic/operational CFO who can be a strong business partner to the CEO and be externally facing to customers/partners

Prior experience working for a VC or PE-backed firm and ability to work with a Board/investors is strongly preferred

Strong experience in financial modeling of SaaS businesses, and the ability to identify, track, and monitor the key drivers of success (understanding of ARR, ACV, CAC, churn, etc.)

Hands-on experience and prior ability to roll up sleeves and create processes (reporting, KPI’s) for the business

Experience of final responsibility for the quality and content of all financial data, reporting and audit coordination

Strong lender/financing experience

M&A experience (both buying and selling) and including integration

Superlative cash management/cash cycle experience

Experience negotiating with large infrastructure providers (Oracle, Amazon, Azure)

Software pricing/negotiating experience

Knowledge of enterprise selling/negotiating/pricing

Process focused – examples of investing in automation

Recruiting and team building

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Capable of presenting complex financial information in an easy to understand format.

Ability to travel/commute to Roseville, CA on a regular basis

BS in Accounting or Finance

Certent knows that our innovation comes by way of our diverse and global employee environment and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We carefully review all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. You have been redirected to a Certent, Inc job page

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