About Aspire
Aspire.io is the world's first word‑of‑mouth commerce platform that leverages your brand's ambassadors, influencers, affiliates, customers, user‑generated content, and social ads to accelerate marketing results across paid, owned, and earned channels. Since 2014, Aspire's industry‑leading software platform, combined with our award‑winning Agency Services team, has served household names such as M&Ms, Keurig, Samsung, HelloFresh, Dyson, and many other high‑growth e‑commerce companies while paying out $100M to creators worldwide.
The Role
We are seeking a strategic, hands‑on
Senior Director of Finance
to lead Aspire's Finance organization and serve as a key member of the executive leadership team. This role will oversee Finance and Revenue Operations / Deal Desk, building scalable financial foundations while partnering closely with the executive team to drive strategy, operational excellence, and business performance.
What You'll Be Working On
Financial Leadership & Strategy
Lead Aspire's Finance and Revenue Operations / Deal Desk functions, fostering a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.
Partner with the executive team on strategic planning, capital allocation, and overall business performance.
Drive company‑wide alignment on financial targets and priorities, ensuring decisions are grounded in data and clear ROI.
Own Board communications, including financial materials and participation in high‑level strategic discussions.
Provide financial analysis and diligence for strategic initiatives, partnerships, and growth investments.
Cross‑Functional Business Partnership
Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner across all major business areas, connecting Finance with operational execution, customer impact, and growth objectives.
Collaborate with leaders to optimize investments, headcount, and spend, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently and in line with company priorities.
Partner across go‑to‑market, product, and customer functions to improve visibility into performance, retention, and revenue predictability.
Own company‑wide revenue and operational forecasting, incorporating SaaS metrics and activity‑level performance data (e.g., pipeline activity, product usage, client delivery metrics) to link daily execution with financial outcomes.
Financial Planning, Forecasting & Operations
Own the financial planning process, including budgeting, forecasting, and scenario planning.
Develop and maintain financial forecasts in partnership with business leaders, ensuring accuracy and accountability.
Oversee working capital management and cash flow forecasting to maintain financial visibility and discipline.
Ensure compliance with GAAP, maintaining accuracy and integrity across all reporting.
Financial Reporting, Metrics, Insights & Business Impact
Build scalable systems and reporting frameworks that deliver clear visibility into budgets, forecasts, and key financial indicators.
Translate financial data into actionable insights that guide prioritization, trade‑offs, and strategic decisions.
Act as a communication hub, equipping teams with the financial visibility they need to make effective decisions.
Define and monitor KPIs to assess company health, efficiency, and growth drivers.
Maintain awareness of key performance trends and market dynamics influencing business results.
Use data‑driven insights to connect operational activity to financial outcomes.
What We're Looking For
8‑12+ years of progressive experience in finance leadership roles, including ownership of Finance and Financial Operations.
Proven success in high‑growth SaaS or technology environments, ideally through rapid scale or new‑market expansion.
Strong analytical and strategic mindset with a hands‑on approach to execution.
Deep understanding of SaaS metrics, unit economics, and operational performance drivers.
Expert‑level financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills.
Understanding of fundamental accounting concepts.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and align cross‑functional stakeholders.
Experience in fundraising and investor relations preferred.
Proficiency in NetSuite and Salesforce a plus; advanced Excel / Google Sheets skills required.
Why You'll Love this Role
You will help shape the financial future of Aspire — building the frameworks, insights, and discipline that fuel our next chapter of growth. As Senior Director of Finance, you will work across every team to drive focus, clarity, and impact, ensuring Aspire invests intelligently and scales sustainably.
Benefits & Perks
Comprehensive Benefits
– Full health, dental, and vision insurance.
Remote Work Flexibility
– Thrive in a high‑energy, high‑performing team from home, with support for your internet and home office setup.
401(k) Plan
– Save for your future with our competitive 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Flexible PTO
– Recharge and take time off whenever you need.
Paid Parental Leave
– Four months of fully paid leave for new moms and dads.
Ongoing Training & Development
– We invest in your growth with customized training, coaching, and career acceleration opportunities, plus an annual education stipend.
End‑of‑Year Break
– We typically close between Christmas and New Year's to allow everyone to unplug and recharge.
Compensation
The base salary for this role is between $220,000‑260,000 USD and this role is not eligible for variable compensation. The final offer will depend on experience, expertise, and location, and may vary from the range above. The range also excludes additional benefits such as equity, 401(k), and medical / dental / vision insurance.
Equal Opportunity
Aspire is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. Please apply to this role if you feel you are a good fit, regardless of your race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual preference, sexual identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military status, or any other perceived limiting factor. We welcome applicants from all walks of life.
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Director Of Finance • San Francisco, California, United States