Katalyst Labs

Katalyst Labs

Director of Finance

Broomfield, Colorado, United States · Director

Sponsorship not specified$170k-$220kDetected 76 days ago
Financial AnalysisAccountingForecastingBudgetingExcelFP&AProcurementCadenceAR/VRLeadershipCommunicationGAAPFinancial ReportingInternal AuditAccounts PayableVariance Analysis

About the role

  • This leader will be expected to operate as both a player and a builder: personally driving core accounting and finance processes in the near term while designing the systems, controls, and team structure needed to scale the business over time.
  • This role will report to the VP of Operations and work closely with department leaders across the company.

Responsibilities

  • Build and lead the finance function
  • Design and implement scalable finance processes, controls, policies, and reporting cadences
  • Build the finance roadmap, including team design, systems architecture, and outsourcing strategy where appropriate
  • Hire, develop, and lead future finance team members across accounting, FP&A, and AP/AR as the company grows
  • Lead the monthly close process, including reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, prepaids, revenue recognition considerations, and financial statement preparation
  • Maintain budget-to-actual reporting and variance analysis across departments
  • Prepare management reporting packages and support board-level reporting
  • Lead accounting operations and controllership activities
  • Own day-to-day accounting operations in a hands-on manner until team scale supports greater delegation
  • Maintain balance sheet integrity through timely reconciliations

Requirements

  • You have meticulous attention to detail and enjoy producing financial and cost data that stands up to scrutiny
  • You enjoy digging into cost structures and variances and turning them into clear, useful insights for leadership and program teams
  • You enjoy working closely with engineering, operations, and program teams and helping finance enable execution
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 8+ years of experience across accounting, controllership, or a related finance role
  • Prior experience in public accounting at a major firm
  • Experience owning or materially contributing to budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and executive reporting
  • Experience implementing, upgrading, or migrating accounting systems and improving finance tooling
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and the practical application of GAAP in a scaling company environment
  • Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

Compensation

  • Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual finance operating cadence
  • Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
  • Support quarterly reforecasts and annual planning processes
  • The anticipated salary range for this role is $170,000 - $220,000 annually.

Benefits

  • Your base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
  • Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at Katalyst.
  • You will also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of the Employee Stock Option and Equity Plan, as well as a relocation bonus and other discretionary bonuses.
  • You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, and unlimited Paid Time Off.

Company info

  • Working at Katalyst is intense, hands-on, and deeply rewarding.
  • You'll take real ownership and see your work move from concept to operations in an environment where the problems are hard and the impact is real.
  • We value humility, craftsmanship, and doing things the right way, even when it's harder.
  • You'll work closely with thoughtful, driven teammates who push each other to do their best.
  • Katalyst is seeking a highly capable, hands-on Director of Finance own the company's full finance operating rhythm across monthly close, budgeting and forecasting, cash management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial reporting, internal controls, and strategic finance support.
  • The Director of Finance will serve as a key thought partner to leadership team, ensuring the company has accurate financials, strong operating discipline, and forward-looking financial visibility.
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