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The Chief Financial Officer is responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the business and driving Geneoscopy's accounting, treasury, corporate finance, and capital planning activities. The Chief Financial Officer will monitor the financial performance of the company as well as its potential risks and anticipated capital requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive the company's financial strategy by analyzing prior results, identifying key performance indicators, and setting financial targets for the business in collaboration with the leadership team.
• Perform financial analyses to support sound decision-making across all areas of the business, including research and development, sales, marketing, product management, operations, and general corporate activities.
• Develop the corporate fundraising strategy and manage relationships with partners and investors. Lead fundraising activities by communicating with existing and prospective investors, directing the preparation of pitch decks, board presentations, and marketing materials, and producing financial models depicting the company's operations and growth potential.
• Maintain continual awareness of the company's cash balance and consumption dynamics and proactively manage financial resources to retain a strong capital position.
• Prepare and analyze financial models and forecasts and report variances.
• Responsible for corporate development and the leadership/management of all relevant transactions for the company (including M&A, equity financing, debt financing, etc.).
• Assist in negotiating terms of agreements with and managing company vendors.
• Set up and oversee the company's finance system(s) for accounting, treasury, and financial planning activities.
• Manage relationships and interact with external financial and tax advisors.
• Set targets for and supervise all accounting and finance personnel (management accountants, internal auditors, etc.).
• Oversee all financial audit and internal control activities.
• Direct the preparation of all financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, shareholder reports, tax returns, and governmental agency reports.
• Compare sales and profit projections to actual figures and budgeted expenses to actual expenses; make or oversee any necessary adjustments to future projections and budgets.
• Review the planning process and suggest improvements to current methods.
• Work with other executives to coordinate planning and establish priorities for the planning process.
• Study long-range economic and competitive trends and project their impact on future sales and market share growth.
• Ensure the company's financial activities and disclosures adhere to relevant regulatory and legal standards.
• Work directly and regularly interacts with the Board of Directors on various needs and through committees (i.e., audit committee, finance committee, etc.).
• Work within the approved budget; develop and implement cost-saving measures, contribute to profits and revenue, and conserve organizational resources.
• Guide the company towards profitability and long-term commercial and financial success through tactical asset allocation, insightful financial planning, and precise accounting/reporting processes.
• Update knowledge by remaining aware of new regulations, participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Master's Degree in Accounting, Business, or Finance is required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 15+ years of experience in financial management and leadership experience.
• Extensive experience raising capital through both the public and private markets.
• Ability to strategize, problem-solve, and make sound business decisions.
• Experience in developing budgets and financial plans.
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Possess knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
  Familiarity with investment management and funding sources.
• Demonstrate success in financial planning and analysis and tax planning.
• Experience managing financial operations, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and auditing.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to be flexible and responsive to changing priorities.
• Effective negotiating and contract management skills.
• Strong critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
• Expertise in financial concepts and general accounting principles.
• Exemplify the ability to multitask and thrive in an agile, fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient.
• Possess proficient verbal and written communication skills, while willing to share and receive information and ideas from all levels of the organization to achieve the desired results.
• Possess high ethics and conduct business in the most professional manner.
• Seek inclusiveness and collaboration but step up to responsibility, make tough decisions, and be accountable for those decisions.
• Act as a results-oriented team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of working collaboratively with colleagues.

SCHEDULE
This is a salaried position, requiring at least 40 hours per week. There may be projects that require activities beyond the standard hours.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Base salary range: $300,000 - 400,000/annually determined based on the candidate's experience, knowledge, and abilities.
• Bonus: discretionary annual bonus based on a percentage of the employee's base salary
• Benefits: health, vision, dental, life insurance, 401k (with employer match), and paid time off.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Geneoscopy Values
Ability to demonstrate, understand, and apply our workplace values:

• Integrity - we do the right thing through our words, actions, and behaviors
• Curiosity - don't hesitate to ask "why?" pushing ourselves and others to dig deeper and think differently
• Agility - think and act fast, embracing change
• Passion - for our customers, our people, our work, and for excellence
• Diversity - our differences are assets

Physical Demands

• Employees may be required to lift routine office supplies and use standard office equipment.
• Must possess the ability to sit and/or stand for long periods.
• Must possess the ability to perform repetitive motion.

Work Environment

• May have exposure to fumes and bio-hazardous material in the laboratory environment.
• May be required to handle blood-borne pathogens and general laboratory reagents.

By completing this online employment application, you certify that the information on this application is true and complete to the best of your knowledge. You understand that any misrepresentation or omission of fact in response to any inquiry made in this application may result in the rejection of the application or if hired, dismissal whenever it is discovered. You authorize and release all parties from any liability or damage that may result from seeking, furnishing, or using such information. You understand and agree that, if hired, your employment is for no definite period and may, regardless of the date of payment of compensation, be terminated by Geneoscopy at any time, for any or no reason, with or without notice. You understand that no representation to the contrary is valid unless in writing, setting a definite term of employment, and signed by the company's CEO. You further understand and agree that any job offer is contingent upon your passing, to the company's satisfaction, a criminal background check, reference checks, and other possible screenings. You understand that this application is active for 90 days only, and if you do not hear from the company but still wish to be considered for employment after 90 days, you will need to fill out a new application.