Director of Finance

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Drive high-impact financial projects that shape Peek's strategic direction while leading a talented finance team in a dynamic remote-first environment.

With over $3 billion in bookings of experiences, the Peek.com platform combines powerful business software with an award-winning marketplace for consumers to book fun things to do like wine tours, watersports, skydiving, art classes, and more. 

The Peek Pro software suite provides world-class online booking, point-of-sale, and hundreds of automation tools such as inventory management, dynamic pricing, waivers, and marketing analytics. Thousands of operators like the Museum of Ice Cream, Artechouse, and Jam NOLA have grown their businesses and automated their operations with our technology.

Peek follows a “remote-first” philosophy, with our team of over 250 Peeksters distributed across exciting locales such as San Francisco, New York, Austin, Nashville, Salt Lake City, Santiago, Medellin, and beyond.  Having secured funding exceeding $100 million from esteemed backers like Westcap and Goldman Sachs, we continue our mission to connect the world through experiences.


PS: In 2021, Peek was not only recognized with a coveted position on Forbes America's Best Startups Employer list but also celebrated an honor from Newsweek with their Future of Travel award 🚀. And the accolades don't stop there! We're ecstatic to announce our #14 ranking on the a16z Marketplace 100 for 2023! 🎉

The Role: Peek is looking for a highly talented, passionate and analytical individual to join our corporate finance team. As a senior leader, you will drive high-impact projects that impact the strategic direction of Peek. This position is ideal for a seasoned Finance professional who excels in big-picture strategic thinking, cross-functional collaboration, and process optimization.

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead, grow and optimize our finance team with high degrees of analytical rigor, cross-functional collaboration and a broad skill set combining finance, data, and strategy

  • Partner with Senior Leadership to develop and monitor key performance indicators across the organization

  • Work closely with department owners to translate key operational metrics into actionable guidance that assists with decision making

  • Create and operate key financial forecasting tools and operating models, partnering with teams across the business to maximize predictability

  • Create and own the financial planning and budgeting lifecycle, working to shape the financial trajectory of the business and connect operating goals to financial targets

  • Identify and execute opportunities to maximize ROI throughout the organization and drive sustainable growth

  • Support the Board and Executive team on ad hoc strategy and financial analyses, such as new product launches, expansions, operational changes and M&A opportunities

  • Implement new processes, tools, and systems to improve forecasting and reporting accuracy and efficiency

  • Support fundraising and investor relations activities

What we're looking for:

  • Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field

  • Completion of a 2 year Investment Banking program, followed by an additional year in Private Equity, Consulting, or Banking

  • 3-8 years of in-house finance experience

  • Background in fast-paced, startup or high-growth environments, with a demonstrated ability to thrive amidst ambiguity. Saas environment preferred.

  • Deep understanding of financial modeling, three-statement forecasting, and accounting principles

  • Highly proficient in Excel, with advanced modeling skills

  • Familiarity with SQL and experience working with large, complex data sets

  • Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills

  • Clear and concise communicator with the ability to distill complex financial information for a variety of stakeholders

  • Proven experience supporting or leading M&A transactions, capital raises, or other strategic financial initiatives

What to expect in the interview process:

  1. Meet with a Recruiter to discuss the role and qualifications

  2. Top Grading interview with our CPO

  3. Case Study with our Finance Manager and interim CFO

  4. Meet our Controller

  5. Meet our CRO

  6. Final Interview with our CEO

Peek Travel Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

If you are unable to apply due to incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected].  We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.

Salary
$175,000 – $195,000 per year
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