Chief Financial Officer
Washington, DC 
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Posted 12 days ago
Job Description

Based in Washington, D.C., Quorum is a fast-growing software company and is the leading provider of workflow software and information services for government affairs professionals across the corporations, non-profits, associations, and governmental end-markets. Quorum allows users to manage stakeholder engagement, launch grassroots advocacy campaigns, and track legislative activity at all levels of government, including federal, state and local.

Quorum provides mission-critical solutions to public affairs professionals for their work in Congress, all 50 state legislatures, major U.S. cities, the European Union, and 30+ countries around the globe. Quorum serves over 2,000 customers globally including over 50% of the Fortune 100, and has over 350 team members across the globe. The company recently acquired Capitol Canary, a market leader in grassroots advocacy software.

We are seeking a strategically-minded CFO who will partner with the CEO and leadership team in leading performance improvement and business growth strategies backed by sound financial reporting and analysis. You will have proven success developing robust financial reporting processes, financial controls and insightful KPI dashboards as well as integrating systems and building out/overseeing a deep FP&A function. The Chief Financial Officer will be responsible for defining and executing world-class accounting and financial reporting practices, internal controls, and adherence to GAAP. This role must be a senior leader who is a change agent and driver of innovation, willing to challenge the status quo from an operational and team perspective. S/he will be critical in ensuring the company continues building a world-class finance function while partnering directly with the CEO. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Financial Officer will provide engaging leadership in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead finance and accounting functions, improving processes, and advising executive leadership team members and business unit leaders.
  • Direct budget, forecast processes, monitor financial performance, and provide reporting for decision support. Ensures accurate and timely: monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages.
  • Serve as a credible, knowledgeable and trusted resource to the executive leadership team and Board of Directors.
  • Implements, and monitors SaaS metrics and KPIs to understand performance and overall health of the business and provide meaningful business analysis/financial perspective necessary for corporate decisions and strategic planning.
  • Identify inefficiencies and continuously improve systems, processes and workflows to achieve growth at scale.
  • Provide leadership for accounting and finance functions, ensuring appropriate organization structure and accountability standards are established and staff are supported to perform and grow.
  • Ensure compliance with all GAAP, state, local and corporate policies, US, Brazil and European regulations, and laws.

About You

  • You have a minimum of 10-15 years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with a minimum of 5 years as Chief Financial Officer, preferably in a SaaS company.
  • You have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a similar discipline; Master's degree/MBA, CMA or CPA license strongly preferred.
  • You have experience working with Private Equity or VC backed sponsors.
  • You have global SaaS experience which includes oversight of both operational teams and customers globally.
  • You have a successful track record scaling a SaaS company from $50M to $200M; ideally through exit.
  • You have strong written and oral communication skills, including comfort with presenting to investors and the Board of Directors.
  • You are a relatable personality with excellent communication skills; comfortable interacting with PE sponsor, Board, peers, managers, and team members in the field.
  • You have the ability to work successfully in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment.
  • You have a demonstrated history of solving multiple and complex challenges through critical thinking and requiring cross-functional collaboration.
  • You have the ability to drive and influence change in a respectful manner with excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • You have an entrepreneurial spirit, desire to drive business results with an owner mentality/equity upside mindset.
  • You have strong talent management skills to enable the appropriate structure and accountability to deliver required results and retain a high-performing team.

About the Finance Team

  • We're responsible for the financial stewardship of Quorum.
  • We pay attention to the details and have pride in the work we do, knowing that our team helps provide peace of mind to our team members, clients, and vendors.
  • We're close as a company-we work together, spend time together, and value each others' ideas and input.
  • We believe that precedent is not best practice-we are constantly striving to improve our own workflow.
  • We work with a great sense of integrity and accountability. We strive to make Quorum an exceptional place to work.

Our Work Environment

  • We are a hybrid team with flexible work options: work remotely or choose to come into our vibrant, sunlit space in our modern, open concept office in Washington DC.
  • Our office building is located in the heart of downtown DC, easily accessible by metro, bus, and rideshares. It is also in close proximity to great restaurants, food trucks, shopping, and popular happy hour spots.
  • Our team loves to spend time doing fun things outside of the office - both together and remote, which we call . Past Quorum Fun events have included apple picking, yoga, virtual art classes and wine tasting.

Do you want to learn what it's like to have a real impact at a that ? If so, drop us a line. We'd love to talk to you!

Benefits

  • Flexible Paid Time Off
  • Paid Company holidays plus additional company-wide days off for team members to rest and recharge
  • Four Day Weekends for President's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day
  • Free Subscription to the Calm App
  • Free Subscription to Linkedin Learning to support professional development
  • Invest in Yourself Days - one designated day per quarter is dedicated to your professional development!
  • One-time Work from Home Stipend
  • 401k match
  • Choice of trans-inclusive medical, dental, and vision insurance plan options
  • Virtual and in-person team events
  • Bright sunlit open office concept with your own dedicated desk (if you want it)
  • Inclusion & Diversity Affinity Groups to support belonging
  • 12 weeks paid parental leave

For any questions regarding any open roles on our team, please reach out to .

We comply with all requirements for US government federal contractors issued by the OFCCP, IFR, and the terms of our government contracts.


Individuals seeking employment at Quorum are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.


 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
10 to 15 years
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