As the Head of Finance at Baton, you'll be responsible for developing and executing financial strategies that align with our mission and growth objectives. This includes leading financial planning and forecasting processes, overseeing budgeting, and managing cash flow. You'll also play an integral role in capital management and strategic initiatives such as partnerships and acquisitions.

To qualify for the Head of Finance position at Baton, candidates should have proven experience in a senior finance leadership role such as Head of Finance, VP of Finance, or CFO, ideally within a startup or high-growth environment. A CPA, CFA, or MBA credential is preferred, along with expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and operations.

The Head of Finance supports Baton’s growth by developing actionable financial insights and leading the financial planning and budgeting processes. You will partner with leadership to define KPIs and ensure that financial goals are aligned with business objectives, facilitating data-driven decision-making throughout the organization.

The team culture at Baton is collaborative and mission-driven. We prioritize open-mindedness and curiosity while valuing diverse perspectives. As the Head of Finance, you will work closely with various teams and help to mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering an environment of growth and mutual support.

The Head of Finance at Baton can expect a comprehensive benefits package, including employer-contributed healthcare options, a 401k plan, paid time off, flexible Work From Anywhere days, and on-demand mental health support. There's also the opportunity for meaningful work that impacts small business owners and their communities.

When discussing your approach to financial forecasting and modeling, it’s important to highlight specific methodologies you've used and the tools involved. Describe how you gather data, analyze trends, and incorporate feedback from various departments to ensure your models align with overall business strategy.

In sharing your budget management experience, focus on a specific scenario where your strategic foresight helped in reallocating resources effectively. Use metrics to demonstrate outcomes, showing how you achieved cost savings or met financial goals while ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

When explaining financial insights to non-financial stakeholders, stress the importance of simplifying complex data into easily understandable terms. Illustrate this by mentioning tools or visuals you've used and how your communication fosters collaborative decision-making.

Discussing how to assess the effectiveness of financial processes is an opportunity to highlight your analytical skills. Explain how you would utilize KPIs and metrics, conduct benchmarking against industry standards, and gather feedback from team members to identify areas for improvement.

Outline your experience in capital raising or investor relations by citing specific instances. Discuss how you’ve built relationships with investors, prepared pitch materials, and led successful fundraising campaigns, focusing on outcomes and your strategic approach.

Highlight how you facilitate cross-departmental collaboration to ensure alignment between financial goals and business objectives. Talk about holding regular meetings with leadership, utilizing performance indicators, and integrating financial strategies into overall company strategies.

Convey your belief that a finance leader should be an integral part of strategic planning, using financial expertise to guide the decision-making process. Illustrate your proactive approach in providing insights that highlight potential financial implications of strategic choices.

In addressing your experience with mergers and acquisitions, share a relevant scenario where you played a significant role. Discuss your involvement in financial diligence, assessing valuation, and how you collaborated with other departments to facilitate a smooth transition.

When discussing systems or tools for financial reporting, mention specific software you are proficient in, like QuickBooks or NetSuite. Describe how you have leveraged these tools for generating reports, tracking financial performance, and ensuring compliance.

In talking about financial compliance, emphasize your knowledge of relevant regulations and standards. Explain your systematic approach to maintaining compliance, including regular audits, training for team members, and collaborating with legal advisors where necessary.