Head of Finance

Head of Finance

Contract Type:

Contract to Hire

Location:

Santa Clara - CA

Industry:

Finance

Contact Name:

Shalini Satyamurthy

Contact Email:

ssatyamurthy@dewintergroup.com

Contact Phone:

(408) 442-3777

Date Published:

01-23-2026

Salary:

$85.00 - $90.00 Per Hour

Job ID:

38309

VP of Finance  –Startup
Location: South Bay/San Jose, CA (Hybrid – 3 days onsite)
Duration: 4–6 months (with potential to extend or convert)



We’re partnering with a venture-backed technology startup that has recently closed a new funding round and is seeking an experienced Finance Leader to lead and scale its finance function during a critical growth phase.
This is a high-impact opportunity for a hands-on finance leader who has built or scaled finance operations in an early-stage startup environment and enjoys working closely with founders and executive leadership.

What You’ll Do
  • Own the annual budgeting process and rolling 12-month forecast
  • Translate product and business roadmaps into actionable financial models
  • Oversee core financial operations including AP/AR, payroll, tax compliance, and month-end close
  • Manage relationships with external accounting and advisory partners
  • Establish scalable processes and internal controls appropriate for a growing startup
  • Track and analyze key SaaS metrics
  • Support founders through future fundraising efforts
  • Maintain investor data rooms and prepare board and investor reporting materials
  • Build executive-level presentations for leadership and stakeholders

What We’re Looking For
  • 6+ years of finance experience within high-growth, venture-backed startups (Series A–D)
  • Strong foundation in accounting fundamentals (GL, AP/AR, revenue recognition)
  • Proven experience building clear, driver-based financial models
  • Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational and prioritization skills
  • Ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders
  • Experience with SaaS, Subscription-based business models preferred

DeWinter Group and Maris Consulting  is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We post pay scales which are based on our client pay ranges. DeWinter, Maris, and our clients have the right to modify the requirements of the role which can impact the pay ranges posted.

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