Head of Finance

Banyan Infrastructure Corporation is seeking a Head of Finance to oversee financial operations, budgeting, and accounting while supporting growth in renewable infrastructure. This hybrid role is based in San Francisco, prioritizing candidates in the Bay Area for regular office attendance. The ideal candidate has over 10 years in finance leadership, experience with SaaS finance, and a passion for sustainability. The position involves collaboration with the CEO and cross-functional teams.
303 2nd Street, Suite 500N, San Francisco, California, United States
Banyan Infrastructure is on a mission to unlock the trillions of dollars needed to finance the renewable infrastructure revolution. We are a dynamic fintech company providing a cutting-edge software solution that empowers banks, funds, and other financial institutions globally to efficiently invest in sustainable projects and achieve their net-zero targets. Join us in building the future of green finance.
Why consider this opportunity?
Banyan is growing rapidly and seeking a Head of Finance to build our finance function. The Head of Finance will be an early partner and a key driver of Banyan’s growth and success. This role will report to our CEO and work cross-functionally with stakeholders, internally and externally.
Our team is made up of bright, mission-driven individuals. We are passionate about using technology to solve sustainability challenges for our planet. We value learning, curiosity, and collaboration. We strive to build a supportive team that values difference and is always willing to lend a hand.
This role reports to our CEO and is hybrid based in our San Francisco office with the flexibility to adjust on an ad hoc basis. We will prioritize candidates located in the San Francisco Bay Area who are able to come into the office regularly.
What you’ll do:
Oversee all aspects of the company's financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, treasury, and tax
Maintain Banyan’s operating model, track monthly cash burn and anticipate future cash needs
Direct accounting processes - partner with and manage outside accountants, build and execute plan to become audit ready, and improve overall reporting capabilities
Control day-to-day cash management, including managing bank accounts, supporting payroll processing, Accounts Receivable (AR), and Accounts Payable (AP)
Conduct dynamic scenario planning to help the company understand strategy execution trade-offs and their financial impact
Support pricing and contract execution, working closely with the Legal and Sales teams
Support BoD and investor communications with reporting and covenants
Support all future M&A activities and analysis
Support all future fundraising activities, including proforma financial models, communication with current and potential investors, data room management, term sheet discussions and in-person presentations
Build processes and infrastructure to effectively track and scale revenue, including analytics and tooling
What you’ll need:
10+ years in finance leadership roles
10+ years management and hiring experience
Deep understanding of startup financial modeling and accounting
Master's degree in business administration or a related field or CFA
Experience with SaaS finance and accounting principles and metrics
Experience with treasury and tax management
Experience with capital raising for venture funded growth companies, M&A, and other financial transactions
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Interest in sustainability and being part of the climate change solution
We are unable to provide H1B visa sponsorship for this role.
How we'll support your growth and success:
Open access to and side-by-side work with the CEO and executive team
Support for continued learning and development via training and online courses
Access to industry news and events to expand your knowledge and awareness of FinTech and the climate space
A collaborative and supportive team of smart, passionate people who are all focused on a common goal
Compensation
$210,000 - 250,000 base salary plus equity
Our benefits package is designed to allow team members to be their best selves, in and out of the workplace. We offer 100% paid health benefits for employees through a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), 401K with 6% match, at work meal offerings via MealPal and commuter benefits program. We prioritize your well-being and growth through professional development, parental leave program and a flexible time off policy. Our headquarters is centrally located between Bart and Caltrain in San Francisco, CA at 2nd & Folsom.
Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. We'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. We believe diverse perspectives and backgrounds are critical to building great technology. Our goal is to cultivate an environment where people feel valued and respected. So, however you identify and whatever background you bring, please apply if this role would make you excited to come to work. Banyan is an equal opportunity employer.
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