Chief Financial Officer jobs in San Jose, CA

With a rapidly growing market presence, Cheetah is already streamlining the daily workflow of hundreds of restaurants and small business owners. Using Cheetah’s services, they manage millions of dollars in monthly purchasing, while Cheetah eliminates the burden of costly sales reps and inflexible, inefficient distribution centers. Partnering with the largest suppliers in the US, Cheetah is bringing the Silicon Valley user experience to an industry that hasn’t evolved in decades. In the process, we’re helping to reintroduce the small business owner to the small farmer, global supply chains to familiar faces, and delivery and logistics workers to increased mobility and new opportunities.

At Cheetah, a relentless executive team has set out to change this reality, armed with deep industry and entrepreneurial experience, personal conviction, and $100M in funding from Manna Tree Partners, Sator Grove, Eclipse, Floodgate, and the early backers of Facebook, Lyft and Airbnb.

Unencumbered by the old-school business models and practices, Cheetah has introduced unprecedented transparency in pricing and inventory to the SMB marketplace. In doing so, Cheetah allows the people who form the backbone of local economies to focus on what they love: cooking great food and providing excellent service. From the convenience of their phones, business owners can now order whatever they need, discover new, rare or seasonal specialty products, and prioritize their customers. No more rushing to unload your double-parked van, or waiting anxiously for a truck to show up with your weekly allotment of boxes.

Chief Financial Officer

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will serve as the head of financial operations for the company. The role will be responsible for the development and managerial execution of financial strategy for the company by partnering with the company CEO and the executive team. As an integral senior management team member, the CFO will be involved in strategic planning, evaluation, professional development initiatives, and planning for the growth of Cheetah. The CFO will build a finance and operational structure that meets the evolving needs and opportunities of a dynamic start-up organization. The CFO will serve as a key player in the mission to lead organizational development and change via top down management strategy. The CFO will drive the company’s performance through financial and cost reporting analysis. Additionally, they will ensure accounting compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and local regulatory bodies for financial and tax reporting.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with CEO and Executives on strategic initiatives to drive the business, develop company business objectives and support the business to deliver them
• Support and guide fundraising, prepare and lead portions of board meetings and help drive the strategy for the company
• Oversee preparation of Financial Statements - P&L, BS and Cash Flow. Develop detailed revenue, balance sheet and cash flow forecasts
• Lead the corporate budgeting process in partnership with company management to align department objectives with long term company goals
• Drive initiatives and continually improve all systems and processes by effectively designing, implementing and monitoring internal controls.
  Establish/monitor/retool internal control policies and procedures as needed
• Use data to improve decision-making, promote reporting, data sharing, and the analysis of metrics; translate data into relevant insights and operational opportunities
• Analyze and negotiate terms on all borrowings and managing cash, lines of credit and working capital accounts to optimize cash flow
  Design, implement, prepare and present both internal and external financial reports as necessary. Prepare other ad hoc reports and special projects as needed
• Manage annual external financial audits, Federal and State tax filings, and regulatory financial reporting
• Perform and assume other duties and responsibilities as may be required at the direction of the CEO
• Coach, develop and mentor a strong finance team

Qualifications

• Adept at leading a company in strategic financial planning including an understanding of the IPO process and experience with start-up fundraising financing.
• Possess thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local tax requirements, financial record keeping, and company benefit/retirement plan oversight
• Experienced at building and maintaining effective working relationships with key team members throughout the organization
• Execution of multiple initiatives on time with minimal oversight including financial reporting packages, budgets and updated forecasts.
• Strong software skills with MS Office, MS Word, MS Excel as well as an exceptional understanding of accounting software processes is required
• Ability to effectively communicate concisely and clearly in both verbal and in written form

Experience:

• 15 years of progressive Accounting and Finance experience, including substantial experience in the supply chain / warehousing industry
• Experience leading M&A diligence, deals and integration as well as real estate portfolio for warehousing operations
• 10 years of experience in high growth start-ups, investment banking, venture capital or private equity
• Extensive experience leading an organization through rapid growth, including several rounds of fundraising
• Strong leadership and Management skills
• You take pride in your focus on financial best practices, process improvement and automation
• 5 years of high growth start-up experience, including fundraising
• 5 years of Work In Progress (WIP) experience and cost Based Accounting experience required

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or equivalent is required with a strong preference for an MBA degree

Licenses or Certifications:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification

Benefits and Perks

• Unlimited paid time off
• Competitive salary and stock options package
• Comprehensive medical/dental/vision insurance
• 100% Employer-paid Life, AD&D, Employee Assistance Program, and Long-Term Disability benefits
• Additional benefit options including accident protection, commuter and parking benefits, flexible spending options for heath and dependent care, 401K plan and pet insurance
• Flexible work scheduling and location
• Company sponsored learning and development, wellness support, team building, events and engagement opportunities
• The opportunity to work alongside a visionary team during Cheetah’s rapid growth!

Salary Range: $275,000 - $315,000