VP Finance

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Key Responsibilities

• 1
  Build and maintain Modal's operating model, tying financial performance to company KPIs and resource allocation
• 2
  Lead all budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes, and develop the reporting infrastructure that gives leadership and the board clear, timely visibility into the health of the business
• 3
  Partner with the founders on fundraising strategy, future funding rounds, and investor relations, including financial modeling and data room preparation
• 4
  Think creatively about capital structure to optimize our balance sheet as we scale
• 5
  Build the finance team and systems from scratch, making smart decisions about what to build vs. buy vs. outsource
• 6
  Oversee accounting operations, financial close, and reporting in partnership with our Controller and external providers
• 7
  Ensure sound revenue recognition policies and maintain audit-readiness as the company scales

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 3–5 years in a senior leadership role at a high-growth technology company
• Proven experience building or significantly scaling a finance function, including systems, processes, and team
• Deep FP&A and operating model expertise, with strong command of SaaS and infrastructure business metrics
• Experience supporting companies through venture fundraising rounds and managing institutional investor relationships
• Strong grasp of revenue recognition principles under ASC 606, particularly in usage-based or consumption-driven business models
• Demonstrated ability to partner cross-functionally and influence decisions across the organization
• Ability to work in-person in our NYC office
• Experience with usage-based or consumption pricing models
• Experience in product-led growth (PLG) businesses
• SQL proficiency and comfort working directly with data

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