Director, Finance

Description

JOB TITLE: Director, Finance

LOCATION: Remote, US

REPORTS TO: Chief Capital Officer



The Company:

Sunbit builds financial technology for real life. Our technology eases the stress of paying for life’s expenses by giving people more options on how and when they pay. Founded in 2016, Sunbit offers a next-generation, no-fee credit card that can be managed through a powerful mobile app, as well as a point-of-sale payment option available at more than 20,000 service locations, including 1 in 3 auto dealerships, optical practices, dentist offices, veterinary clinics, and specialty healthcare services. By introducing a flexible way to pay over time, we are proud of our ability to lift up service providers and retailers while helping consumers when necessary expenses arise... regardless of whether they were expected or unexpected.  

Sunbit was included on the 2022 Inc. 5000 list. The financial technology company has also been named as a Most Loved Workplace®, Best Point of Sale Company, and as a Top Fintech Startup by CB Insights. 

We use cutting-edge innovations in financial technology to bring leading data and features that allow individuals to be qualified instantly, making purchases at the point-of-sale fast, fair and easy for consumers from all walks of life. We create value focused on our core values; we work tirelessly to ensure that Sunbit becomes available to everyone, everywhere.

Sunbit is proud to be recognized on the CB Insights List of Unicorn Companies, with a valuation of $1.1B. (https://www.cbinsights.com/research-unicorn-companies)

The Role:

Sunbit is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Director, Finance to join our growing team. This critical role will be responsible for overseeing key financial functions, providing strategic financial guidance, and contributing to the overall financial health and growth of the company.

This highly visible role offers a unique opportunity to meaningfully shape the future of our financial operations. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of financial principles, a strong work ethic, effective communicator, and someone with a proven track record who brings a focus on continuous improvement and enjoys collaborating with people across the organization in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

This position reports into the Chief Capital Officer, and will primarily work remotely, but will be required to travel to the LA headquarters as necessary.

Requirements

What You'll Own:

• Financial Strategy: Partner with business leaders to develop and implement the company's overall financial strategy in alignment with business goals. Provide strategic financial input and leadership to support decision-making at the executive level. Evaluate and recommend potential investments, acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives. Develop financial models and conduct sensitivity analysis to assess potential risks and opportunities.
• Financial Planning and Analysis: Lead the development and execution of the company's financial planning process, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities. Conduct financial analysis and performance monitoring, identify key trends and variances, and provide actionable insights to executive leadership to support business growth and profitability.
• Risk Management: Identify and assess financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Capital Management: Partner with colleagues across the finance department, including Capital Markets and Accounting, in connection with the development and execution of the company’s capital strategy, including debt and equity financings.
• Financial Reporting: Lead the preparation and presentation of accurate and timely financial reports to the executive team, board of directors and external stakeholders. Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Investor Relations (as needed):Prepare presentations and serve as a liaison with investors and financial institutions. Communicate the company's financial performance and strategy.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing finance team, and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Recruit, train, and retain skilled finance professionals
• Special Projects: Lead or participate in special projects as assigned, such as system implementations, due diligence, and other ad-hoc analyses.
• Drive financial discipline, fact-based decision-making, and financial visibility across the company.
• Drive dialogue between key stakeholders to establish and evolve organizational KPIs.

What You Bring To The Table: 

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field. MBA or CPA is often preferred.
• 7-10 years of progressive experience in finance, with a focus on FP&A, financial reporting, and strategic finance.
• Experience at an entity with a balance sheet lending strategy in the fintech industry or with a specialty finance lending company that originates consumer loans and/or credit card receivables is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of financial management principles, GAAP and other relevant accounting standards.
• Proven ability to develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and long-range plans.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization. 
• Superior in financial modeling and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, financial planning software).
• Experience with ERP systems (such as NetSuite) is a plus.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence.

The Perks:

• Join one of LA’s fastest growing startups (2023), A Most Loved Workplace, #576 on the 2023 Inc 5000 list, and Forbes Fintech 50 (2024), #161 on Deloitte Technology Fast 500 list
• Mission driven + empowered + collaborative
• Competitive pay and stock options
• Unlimited PTO
• Health Insurance options including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, EAP, FSA, & Maternity Leave
• Newly added HSA and Pet Insurance
• 401K Plan with Matching 
• Cell Phone Stipend 
• Team based strategic planning + Team owned deliverables

Cultural Competencies for Success at Sunbit:

• Serve Others Before Self: Support teams and stakeholders by providing financial guidance that empowers informed decision-making and collaboration.
• Own the Impact: Take responsibility for financial outcomes and relationships, driving results that positively impact the business.
• Connect Genuinely: Build trust across departments and external partners, communicating financial insights transparently.
• Act Fast: Be agile and responsive, ensuring timely solutions to financial challenges and smooth operations.
• Include Always: Foster collaboration across teams, valuing diverse perspectives to shape effective financial strategies.
• Innovate for Good: Drive financial innovation using Sunbit's technology to improve processes and deliver value to customers and merchants.

Sunbit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to provide a professional & welcoming workplace for all employees.

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