About VervericaVerverica, the original creators of Apache Flink, empowers businesses to unlock the full potential of real-time data processing and analytics. Our platform provides cutting-edge stream processing and event-driven applications, enabling companies worldwide to build scalable and reliable data-driven solutions.Role OverviewVerverica is seeking a results-driven Director of Finance to lead our financial planning, revenue operations, and commercial insight functions. This is a newly established position, reflecting a strategic split between Finance and Accounting. While the Director of Accounting oversees compliance, bookkeeping, ERP, and related shared services, you will focus on driving financial performance, cash and capital management, and business partnership across the organization.This is a critical leadership role with high visibility across the executive team and board. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape Ververica's financial model and capital efficiency as we scale our SaaS business globally.Key ResponsibilitiesRevenue Operations & Financial MetricsOwn and refine the company's ARR/MRR model, including churn, expansion, retention, and margin analysisBuild and maintain detailed dashboards and analytics around SaaS KPIs and unit economics (LTV/CAC, payback, etc.)Collaborate with Sales, Product, and Marketing to improve forecasting, pricing, and GTM efficiencyFinancial Planning, Budgeting & ForecastingLead annual budget cycles and quarterly reforecasting across all departmentsDevelop multi-scenario financial models for headcount, margin, and capital planningProvide forward-looking financial insight to support strategic initiativesCash Flow & Investment ManagementOwn cash flow forecasting, ensuring sufficient liquidity for operations, payroll, and growth initiativesManage banking relationships, treasury functions, and optimize working capitalOversee investment strategies and capital allocation, including FX exposure management and interest income optimizationProvide cash sensitivity analyses under various revenue and cost conditionsBoard & Investor ReportingPrepare and present regular financial updates, KPI reports, and strategic finance materials for board meetings and shareholdersSupport fundraising activities and investor due diligence, in coordination with the CEOEnsure reporting aligns with both management and statutory views (in coordination with Accounting)Strategic Business PartneringAct as a financial advisor to the CEO and senior leadershipEvaluate trade-offs across hiring, pricing, and product investments using data-driven insightsPartner cross-functionally to ensure strategic alignment between financial plans and company prioritiesCollaboration with Accounting & ERP Shared ServicesWork closely with the Chief Revenue Officer (Sales) and the Director of AccountingLeverage the ERP, CRM, and shared services infrastructure to access timely and reliable financial dataCoordinate with Accounting on reconciliations, close timelines, and audit preparationRequirementsQualifications & ExperienceDegree in Finance, Economics, or a related field; MBA or CFA preferred8-10+ years of progressive finance experience, ideally within Software, SaaS or high-growth techExpertise in SaaS metrics, FP&A, cash flow management, and financial modellingProven ability to manage investor and board-level reportingAdvanced proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets, plus financial tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.); familiarity with SAP ERPExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsFluent in English; German a plus but not requiredBenefitsJoin us to help scale a global, real-time data pioneer with financial precision and acumen. Apply now! #J-18808-Ljbffr