Head of Finance

Shift5 is the observability platform for onboard operational technology (OT). We’re a rapidly growing scale-up that specializes in cybersecurity, predictive maintenance, and compliance for operational technology (OT) systems across defense, aerospace, and rail. We are a collaborative, passionate, and driven cadre of dynamic, multidisciplinary experts and we’re focused on helping our customer’s fleets run smarter and safer by accessing and democratizing the volumes of onboard OT data generated by transportation and freight fleets, and defense fleets and weapon systems. Come join us.

Our Values :

• Embrace Truth and Integrity: Base decisions on data, foster open dialogue, and uphold unwavering integrity.
• User-Centric Focus: Prioritize user needs to guide our actions and resource allocation.
• Collaborative & Adaptable: Collaborate for excellence, learning from failures and driving iterative improvements, recognizing every decision’s significance.

Shift5 is seeking a Head of Finance to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will be an experienced and driven finance leader responsible for overseeing all financial operations for our growing company. This role will be a strategic partner to the leadership team, responsible for financial planning, analysis, accounting, and team management.

Core Responsibilities :

• Strategic Leadership: Serve as a key financial advisor to the leadership team, contributing to strategic decision-making and driving financial performance in alignment with company goals.
• Financial Planning & Analysis: Develop and manage annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and long-term financial models. Analyze key business metrics, provide insightful reporting, and support data-driven decision-making.
• Accounting & Operations: Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger management, month-end close, financial reporting, audit preparation, tax compliance, and internal controls.
• Team Management: Build and mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
• Cash Management: Optimize cash flow, accounts receivable, and accounts payable processes to support company growth and financial objectives.

Experience :

• Proven experience as a finance leader in a high-growth company. Experience with SaaS and/or hardware manufacturing is a plus.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial planning, and analysis.
• Experience with financial systems and reporting tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Pre- and post-IPO experience, with a track record of scaling businesses to over $100M in revenue.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base Salary: $xxx-xxx
• Bonus program and equity in a fast-growing startup
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families
• Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions
• 401k with employer contributions
• Employer-paid Life and Disability Insurance 
• Uncapped paid time off policy
• Flexible work & remote work policy
• Tax-deferred public transit benefits with Metro SmartBenefits (DC/MD/VA)

We are committed to building an inclusive culture of belonging that embraces the diversity of our people and represents the communities in which we work and the customers we serve. We know the happiest and highest performing teams include people with diverse perspectives and ways of solving problems. We strive to attract and retain talent from all backgrounds and create workplaces where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. 

Shift5 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, age, marital status, ancestry, projected veteran status, or any other protected group or class.