Chief Financial Officer

Job Summary:

A dynamic and growth-focused SaaS and IoT organization is seeking a seasoned Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join its executive leadership team. The company operates across software services, hardware manufacturing, and international exports. The CFO will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the financial strategy, ensuring regulatory compliance, optimizing operations, and enabling sustainable, profitable growth. This role requires a sharp financial strategist with a deep understanding of SaaS economics, hardware exports, and global business operations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Strategy & Leadership

• Define and drive the company's financial strategy in alignment with long-term business goals.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and multi-year financial planning for both SaaS and hardware divisions.
• Monitor financial performance across subscription revenue, hardware sales, and exports.
• Advise the CEO and executive leadership on financial insights, risks, and growth opportunities.

2. Financial Operations & Compliance

• Oversee all aspects of financial operations including accounting, tax, cash flow, treasury, and internal controls.
• Ensure full compliance with domestic and international accounting standards, taxation, and trade laws.
• Strengthen financial systems and implement controls to scale with global expansion.

3. Fundraising & Investor Relations

• Manage relationships with investors, financial institutions, and funding partners.
• Lead equity and debt fundraising initiatives to support business expansion and R&D investments.
• Represent the financial health and strategy of the company to shareholders and the board.

4. Cross-functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with Product, Engineering, and Sales to develop pricing strategies and improve margins across SaaS and hardware offerings.
• Work closely with Supply Chain and Operations to ensure cost efficiency in manufacturing and logistics.
• Partner with Legal and Compliance to address risks related to SaaS contracts, international trade, and data regulations.

5. Risk Management & Global Expansion

• Identify and mitigate financial risks related to foreign exchange, tariffs, supply chain disruptions, and geopolitical developments.
• Provide financial oversight for international expansion efforts, including subsidiaries, JVs, and local partnerships.
• Support feasibility assessments and financial planning for new product launches in emerging markets.

6. Team Leadership & Development

• Build and lead a high-performing finance team with a focus on innovation, accountability, and execution.
• Mentor team members to support career growth and alignment with company objectives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related discipline. MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
• CPA, CA, or CFA qualification is a strong advantage.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in financial leadership roles, ideally in SaaS, technology, or manufacturing sectors.
• Deep understanding of SaaS revenue models and hardware production/export dynamics.
• Experience in fundraising, investor communication, and capital allocation.
• Familiarity with global tax regimes, export compliance, and financial regulations.
• Strong command over financial tools, ERP systems, and data analytics for decision-making.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder communication, and strategic thinking abilities.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic financial planning
• SaaS and hardware business understanding
• Global compliance and regulatory knowledge
• Investor and stakeholder management
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Team development and leadership