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Director of FinanceBlackbird • New York, NY, US
Director of Finance

Director of Finance

Blackbird • New York, NY, US
25 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Director Of Finance

Blackbird is looking for our first Director of Finance to join our leadership team and build the financial foundation for our next phase of growth. This is a unique opportunity to shape the financial strategy and operations of a fast-growing fintech company from the ground up. You'll work directly with our CEO and executive team to drive strategic decision-making while building scalable financial processes and systems.

As our founding finance leader, you'll need to be both strategic and hands-on, comfortable diving into the details while maintaining a big-picture perspective on our business trajectory.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

  • Partner with leadership team on strategic planning, fundraising, and key business decisions
  • Lead financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modeling
  • Develop and monitor key financial metrics and KPIs to drive business performance
  • Support M&A activities and strategic partnerships as we scale
  • Prepare financial materials for board meetings and investor relations

Financial Operations

  • Own financial reporting, accounting oversight, and month-end / quarter-end close processes
  • Establish scalable financial systems, controls, and processes for rapid growth
  • Manage relationships with external accounting firms, auditors, and financial service providers
  • Oversee cash management, banking relationships, and capital allocation decisions
  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and reporting requirements
  • Business Partnership

  • Collaborate with all departments to provide financial insights that drive growth
  • Lead pricing strategy analysis and unit economics optimization
  • Support go-to-market initiatives with financial modeling and analysis
  • Drive operational efficiency through data-driven financial insights
  • Build financial frameworks to evaluate new products, markets, and opportunities
  • Crypto & Web3 Financial Operations

  • Support treasury operations for both fiat and crypto assets, including wallets, custody, and transfers.
  • Track token-related transactions and related accounting implications.
  • Work with external providers to ensure accurate reporting and compliance for crypto activities.
  • Requirements

  • 8-12 years finance experience, including 3-5 years in senior roles
  • Experience at high-growth tech, fintech, payments, or marketplace companies preferred
  • Track record supporting fundraising and investor relations
  • Strong financial modeling, analysis, and strategic thinking
  • Excellent communication skills for presenting complex financial data
  • Experience with financial systems and process optimization
  • Ability to manage cross-functional partnerships and external partners (accountants, auditors, legal)
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
  • Nice to Haves

  • MBA from top-tier program preferred
  • CPA or CFA certification a plus
  • Pay Transparency Notice & Benefits

    Depending on your work location and experience the target annual salary for this position can range from : $190,000-$230,000 USD. Disclosure in accordance with New York City's Pay Transparency Law.

    Full time offers from Blackbird may also include stock options, benefits (including medical, dental, vision, flexible time off, 401(k)), and some not-so-standard, extra-fun perks subject to applicable taxes and based on eligibility.

    Commitment to Equal Opportunity

    Blackbird Labs is committed to diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected by applicable law. Blackbird will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.

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