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Director of Finance
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FOSSA . At FOSSA, we help customers understand licenses, vulnerabilities and dependencies in their software as they use open source packages. We’re a rapidly growing Series‑B company with a distributed team. While our roots are in San Francisco, we have team members across many time zones. We are looking for a
Director of Finance
to own the finance function end‑to‑end. This leader will ensure the accuracy, integrity, and operational excellence of all financial processes, while acting as a strategic partner to the leadership team and managing 1 direct report. Responsibilities
Own the accounting & finance function, including the close process, AP/AR, payroll, and banking operations Own company financials: budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting Manage cash flow, forecasting, and SaaS‑specific revenue recognition (ASC 606) Ensure full tax compliance including sales tax, federal/state filings, R&D support, and other ad‑hoc requirements Own compensation planning & commission Lead investor reporting and other external financial reporting Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and finance systems/tools Partner with HR on compensation, benefits, and headcount planning Analyze trends to reduce financial risks associated with making investment or spending decisions Act as a strategic thought partner to the leadership team on business decisions About You
6‑10+ years of experience in finance and accounting, ideally within B2B SaaS Direct ownership of both accounting and corporate finance functions Strong knowledge of GAAP, SaaS revenue recognition, and SaaS metrics (ARR, GRR, NDR, CAC, LTV, churn, burn multiple, etc.) Proven experience managing tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions Hands‑on expertise with sales commissions and compensation plans Comfortable rolling up your sleeves on admin and tactical tasks while thinking strategically Exposure to HR processes and light legal/compliance work at a startup or scaling company Experience managing at least one direct report Exceptional communication skills with both external and internal stakeholders Experience collaborating with leadership team Thrives in a fast‑moving startup environment—previous startup experience is a must! Strong Advantage If You Also Have
Experience managing AWS or other cloud infrastructure costs Exposure to HR and benefits programs Experience with investor reporting or supporting fundraising efforts Experience with international operations Why You'll Love Working at FOSSA
Amazing team culture and environment Named by Built In as Best Start‑up to work for 2024, 2025 and Forbes 2022 Competitive salary and equity package Unlimited PTO The annual cash compensation range for this position is
$160,000 - 200,000 USD . Final compensation will be determined based on experience and skills and may vary from the range listed. FOSSA is an equal‑opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Seniority level
Director Employment type
Full‑time Job function
Finance and Sales Industries: Software Development
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Director of Finance
role at
FOSSA . At FOSSA, we help customers understand licenses, vulnerabilities and dependencies in their software as they use open source packages. We’re a rapidly growing Series‑B company with a distributed team. While our roots are in San Francisco, we have team members across many time zones. We are looking for a
Director of Finance
to own the finance function end‑to‑end. This leader will ensure the accuracy, integrity, and operational excellence of all financial processes, while acting as a strategic partner to the leadership team and managing 1 direct report. Responsibilities
Own the accounting & finance function, including the close process, AP/AR, payroll, and banking operations Own company financials: budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting Manage cash flow, forecasting, and SaaS‑specific revenue recognition (ASC 606) Ensure full tax compliance including sales tax, federal/state filings, R&D support, and other ad‑hoc requirements Own compensation planning & commission Lead investor reporting and other external financial reporting Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and finance systems/tools Partner with HR on compensation, benefits, and headcount planning Analyze trends to reduce financial risks associated with making investment or spending decisions Act as a strategic thought partner to the leadership team on business decisions About You
6‑10+ years of experience in finance and accounting, ideally within B2B SaaS Direct ownership of both accounting and corporate finance functions Strong knowledge of GAAP, SaaS revenue recognition, and SaaS metrics (ARR, GRR, NDR, CAC, LTV, churn, burn multiple, etc.) Proven experience managing tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions Hands‑on expertise with sales commissions and compensation plans Comfortable rolling up your sleeves on admin and tactical tasks while thinking strategically Exposure to HR processes and light legal/compliance work at a startup or scaling company Experience managing at least one direct report Exceptional communication skills with both external and internal stakeholders Experience collaborating with leadership team Thrives in a fast‑moving startup environment—previous startup experience is a must! Strong Advantage If You Also Have
Experience managing AWS or other cloud infrastructure costs Exposure to HR and benefits programs Experience with investor reporting or supporting fundraising efforts Experience with international operations Why You'll Love Working at FOSSA
Amazing team culture and environment Named by Built In as Best Start‑up to work for 2024, 2025 and Forbes 2022 Competitive salary and equity package Unlimited PTO The annual cash compensation range for this position is
$160,000 - 200,000 USD . Final compensation will be determined based on experience and skills and may vary from the range listed. FOSSA is an equal‑opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Seniority level
Director Employment type
Full‑time Job function
Finance and Sales Industries: Software Development
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