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Chief Financial Officer/CFO Jobs in Waterloo – Ontario at RideCo On-Demand Transit
Title: Chief Financial Officer/CFO
Company: RideCo On-Demand Transit
Location: Waterloo – Ontario
Category: Finance & Banking, Management
Ride Co is a venture backed high-tech firm that has achieved product-market fit and is in the scale-up growth phase. We are seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our management team. The CFO will partner with the Founder/CEO and the
leadership
team to achieve ambitious growth targets while ensuring financial health and
sustainability
of the organization.
You will
be responsible for overseeing the finance, legal, KPI management, investor reporting, and human resources functions of the company.
You will
drive capital raising strategies to support our growth plans.
Responsibilities:
Financial Strategy and
Strategic Planning
:
Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company’s long-term objectives.
Support the CEO in developing the long-term strategic plan, combining the departmental goals with KPIs that tie into the broader company plan.
Analyze financial and departmental KPIs and provide insights to drive
strategic decision-making
.
Monitor financial performance and recommend improvements to optimize profitability.
Lead financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and analysis processes to drive informed decision-making.
Provide strategic guidance on investment opportunities and cost
optimization
initiatives.
Capital Raising Strategy:
Lead capital raising initiatives, including debt and equity financing, to support
company growth
and expansion.
Maintain relationships with existing investors and stakeholders, and actively engage with potential investors to secure funding for expansion and development initiatives.
Evaluate funding opportunities and negotiate terms with potential investors and other sources of funding.
Revenue Operations:
Analyze and enhance the commercial financial model involving customer acquisition cost, recurring revenue, margins, customer lifetime value, win rates, expansion, and retention.
Drive pricing strategies and tactics based on a thorough understanding of the commercial model and strategic goals.
Monitor, analyze and report on the customer acquisition lifecycle and sales pipeline.
Legal and Compliance:
Oversee legal affairs and provide strategic guidance on legal matters, contracts, and agreements, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Negotiate and review contracts, licensing agreements, and other legal documents, collaborating with external legal counsel as needed.
Oversee the firm’s intellectual property and patent strategy.
Board and Investor Relations:
Participate in Board meetings and provide financial insights to the Board of Directors.
Prepare KPI reports and presentations for board meetings and investor updates.
Financial Operations:
Direct financial operations, including accounting, reporting, tax compliance and regulatory requirements.
Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with US GAAP and ASPE standards.
Implement robust internal controls and risk management practices to safeguard company assets and promote financial integrity.
Ensure adherence to relevant financial regulations and corporate governance principles.
Human
Resource Managem…
