Senior Finance Director (6-Month Fixed Term Contract)

Senior Finance Director (6-Month Fixed Term Contract)

Who We Are 

Cobalt was founded on the belief of a fundamental human aspiration: the desire to live better and safer. It all started in 2013, when our founders realized that pentesting can be better. Today our diverse, fully remote team is committed to helping organizations of all sizes with seamless, effective and collaborative Offensive Security Testing that empower organizations to OPERATE FEARLESSLY and INNOVATE SECURELY.

Our customers can start a pentest in as little as 24 hours and integrate with advanced development cycles thanks to the powerful combination of our SaaS platform coupled with an exclusive community of testers known as the Cobalt Core. Accepting just 5% of applicants, the Cobalt Core boasts over 400 closely vetted and highly skilled testers who jointly conduct thousands of tests each year and are at the forefront of identifying and helping remediate risk across a dynamically changing attack surface.

Cobalt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we strive to build a diverse and inclusive workforce at our company. At Cobalt we aspire to engage with diverse individuals, communities, and organizations in order to continue to nurture our unique rich diverse culture. Join our team, and be your true self to do your best work. 

Description

We're looking for a sharp and motivated Senior Finance Director to lead our finance team and partner with leadership on Cobalt's growth. This key role needs a strategic thinker comfortable in a fast-paced environment, with strong financial planning, analysis, and reporting skills. The ideal candidate communicates well, interfaces effectively with C-level executives, and loves data-driven decisions. If you're results-focused and have a proven track record, apply!

What You'll Do

As Senior Finance Director, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the finance function, including financial planning and analysis, reporting, and compliance.  Your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Leading and mentoring a team of six finance professionals (FTEs), fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Effectively managing expectations and communication with the Executive team, providing timely and accurate financial insights and recommendations.
• Playing a critical role in supporting the transition to new business metrics, ensuring accurate tracking, reporting, and analysis.
• Leading the mid-year reforecasting process, incorporating updated business assumptions and providing insightful variance analysis.
• Overseeing the annual audit process, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and a smooth and efficient audit completion.
• Maintaining our financial systems, including NetSuite and our FP&A tool, Pigment.
• Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records and reports.
• Implementing financial policies and procedures as needed.
• Collaborating with other departments to provide financial support and guidance.

You Have

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting; MBA or CPA preferred.
• Extensive experience in a senior finance role, preferably in a cybersecurity environment.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP.
• Expertise in NetSuite and experience with FP&A tools, particularly those similar to Pigment (e.g., Anaplan, Adaptive Insights).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

Why You Should Join Us

• Grow in a passionate, rapidly expanding industry operating at the forefront of the Pentesting industry 
• Work directly with experienced senior leaders with ongoing mentorship opportunities
• Earn competitive compensation and an attractive equity plan
• Save for the future with a 401(k) program (US) or pension (EU) 
• Benefit from medical, dental, vision and life insurance (US) or statutory healthcare (EU)
• Leverage stipends for:
• Wellness
• Work-from-home equipment & wifi
• Learning & development
• Make the most of our flexible, generous paid time off and paid parental leave