[Hiring] Director of Finance @VictoriaMetrics

Role Description

We are looking for a Director of Finance to join our leadership team. Reporting directly to the President (with a dotted line to the CEO), this role is both strategic and hands-on: you will own Accounting, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Tax, and Cash Management, while serving as a trusted strategic advisor to the business.

You will be responsible for building the financial operational foundation that supports our global growth, ensuring that transparency and a startup mindset remain at the heart of our financial operations.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in finance leadership, ideally within B2B SaaS, open-source, or high-growth tech environments.
• Deep knowledge of US GAAP and experience building financial reporting systems from the ground up.
• Proven track record in FP&A, cash forecasting, and using data to improve financial performance.
• Experience in remote-first, globally distributed environments.
• Experience with software like QuickBooks, Carta, HubSpot, and other financial, tax, and sales/marketing tools.

Requirements

• Clear communication in decision-making and reporting.
• A bias toward action and the ability to balance long-term strategy with "hands-on" tactical execution.
• Ability to act as a bridge between finance, engineering, and sales teams.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Accounting & Controls
  • Lead full-cycle accounting in close collaboration with the Europe-based Accounting Manager.
  • Ensure all financial reporting aligns with US GAAP standards.
  • Own the preparation and successful execution of the company’s first external financial audit.
  • Build and improve financial controls, processes, and documentation to support a scalable and audit-ready finance function.
• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
  • Build and maintain monthly, quarterly, and annual financial models, forecasts, and budgets.
  • Define and track key SaaS metrics (KPIs), translating complex data into actionable recommendations for the leadership team.
  • Provide strategic insights to support product growth and regional expansion.
• Cash Flow & Treasury
  • Monitor and manage working capital and global cash flow.
• Tax compliance
  • Partner with external CPA firms to manage all filings and compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Collaborate with the President on international tax matters and optimization.
• Sales & Marketing Financial Partnership
  • Partner with Sales and Marketing to evaluate the financial logic, efficiency, and expected returns of commercial initiatives, budgets, and spending decisions.

Interview Process

• Introductory video call
• Interview with hiring manager
• 2 x Interview with Founders
• Reference check
• Offer: Embark on your journey with VictoriaMetrics