Finance Lead

The Finance Lead at Two Dots will own all aspects of the company's financial operations, which include budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting. This pivotal role also involves leading the monthly close process in collaboration with the accounting team, managing vendor relationships, and contributing to strategic initiatives such as pricing strategies and new product launches.

To qualify for the Finance Lead position at Two Dots, candidates should have a minimum of 4+ years of experience in finance, consulting, or high-growth startup environments. A strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, and the ability to navigate ambiguity are essential, along with an ownership mentality that drives action and results.

As the first dedicated Finance Lead, your influence will be significant. You'll be directly involved in shaping company-wide decisions by providing rigorous financial analysis and insights that guide strategy. Your financial acumen will support leadership in making informed choices about investment opportunities and operational improvements.

At Two Dots, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture. With a focus on diversity and a variety of perspectives, you’ll find an environment that encourages innovation and personal growth. The team values initiative and thrives in the fast-paced world of AI and consumer finance.

As the Finance Lead at Two Dots, you'll have a unique opportunity to shape the finance function from the ground up, impacting the company's trajectory. This role offers significant growth potential as you help guide strategic decisions and contribute to the overall success of the startup, potentially leading to higher-level positions within the finance domain or across the organization.

When answering this question, relate your specific experiences with designing and implementing financial systems. Highlight any metrics that showcase your contributions to enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and reporting in previous roles.

Explain your process for creating budgets and forecasts, emphasizing your analytical skills and attention to detail. Share examples of how you've adapted your approach based on past business trends or changes in operations.

Describe a specific situation where your financial analysis led to a significant change or decision in a previous role. Discuss the data you presented and how it impacted the outcome effectively.

Talk about the importance of compliance and detail the steps you take to ensure it, such as understanding relevant regulations, regular audits, and maintaining clear documentation to uphold financial integrity.

Discuss the methods you deploy for effective cash flow management, including monitoring expenses, projecting revenues, and working with cross-functional teams to align financial operations with company goals.

Share your experiences in preparing financial reports, focusing on the metrics you reported on, how you ensured accuracy, and any tools or software you utilized to enhance reporting processes.

Explain your approach to identifying and resolving financial discrepancies, emphasizing your analytical skills and attention to detail to investigate and rectify problems quickly and effectively.

Discuss the unique challenges of finance in a startup environment, such as rapid growth and the need for agility, and outline how you would navigate these challenges with innovative financial strategies.

Emphasize the importance of cross-departmental collaboration and provide specific examples of how you’ve worked with other teams in the past to enhance financial strategy or operations.

Reflect on what drives you professionally, whether it’s problem-solving, the impact of your decisions, the thrill of analyzing financial trends, or a passion for contributing to a company's growth and success.