Aspire · 1 month ago
Senior Director of Finance
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$220K/yr - $260K/yr
8+ years expAspire.io is the world’s first word-of-mouth commerce platform that leverages brand ambassadors and influencers to accelerate marketing results. The Senior Director of Finance will lead the Finance organization, oversee financial operations, and partner with the executive team to drive strategy and business performance.
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Responsibilities
Lead Aspire’s Finance and Revenue Operations / Deal Desk functions, fostering a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement
Partner with the executive team on strategic planning, capital allocation, and overall business performance
Drive company-wide alignment on financial targets and priorities, ensuring decisions are grounded in data and clear ROI
Own Board communications, including financial materials and participation in high-level strategic discussions
Provide financial analysis and diligence for strategic initiatives, partnerships, and growth investments
Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner across all major business areas, connecting Finance with operational execution, customer impact, and growth objectives
Collaborate with leaders to optimize investments, headcount, and spend, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently and in line with company priorities
Partner across go-to-market, product, and customer functions to improve visibility into performance, retention, and revenue predictability
Own company-wide revenue and operational forecasting, incorporating SaaS metrics and activity-level performance data (e.g., pipeline activity, product usage, client delivery metrics) to link daily execution with financial outcomes
Own the financial planning process, including budgeting, forecasting, and scenario planning
Develop and maintain financial forecasts in partnership with business leaders, ensuring accuracy and accountability
Oversee working capital management and cash flow forecasting to maintain financial visibility and discipline
Ensure compliance with GAAP, maintaining accuracy and integrity across all reporting
Build scalable systems and reporting frameworks that deliver clear visibility into budgets, forecasts, and key financial indicators
Translate financial data into actionable insights that guide prioritization, trade-offs, and strategic decisions
Act as a communication hub, equipping teams with the financial visibility they need to make effective decisions
Define and monitor KPIs to assess company health, efficiency, and growth drivers
Maintain awareness of key performance trends and market dynamics influencing business results
Use data-driven insights to connect operational activity to financial outcomes
Qualification
Required
8-12+ years of progressive experience in finance leadership roles, including ownership of Finance and Financial Operations
Proven success in high-growth SaaS or technology environments, ideally through rapid scale or new-market expansion
Strong analytical and strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to execution
Deep understanding of SaaS metrics, unit economics, and operational performance drivers
Expert-level financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills
Understanding of fundamental Accounting concepts
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and align cross-functional stakeholders
Advanced Excel/Google Sheets skills required
Preferred
Experience in fundraising and investor relations preferred
Proficiency in NetSuite and Salesforce a plus
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits – Full health, dental, and vision insurance to keep you covered.
Remote Work Flexibility – Thrive in a high-energy, high-performing team—all from the comfort of your home. We provide support for your internet and home office setup.
401(k) Plan – Save for your future with our competitive 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Flexible PTO – Recharge and take time off whenever you need with our flexible paid time off policy.
Paid Parental Leave – Four months of fully paid leave for new moms and dads—one of the best policies in the industry.
Ongoing Training & Development – We invest in your growth with customized training, coaching, and career acceleration opportunities—while building clearer, more defined career paths. Plus, take advantage of our annual education stipend to keep learning on your terms.
End-of-Year Break – We typically close between Christmas and New Year’s to give everyone time to unplug and recharge. Availability may vary by team based on workload and customer support needs.
Company
Aspire
The influencer marketing platform empowering ecommerce brands to build and cultivate influential communities.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$27.3MKey Investors
Hummer Winblad Venture PartnersPear VC
2019-11-29Series A· $24M
2015-10-30Seed· $2.5M
2014-09-10Pre Seed· $0.8M
Leadership Team
A
Anand Kishore
Founder & CEO
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