Chief Financial Officer

Job Description

Job Description

GreenSpark Solar is seeking a strategic and forward-thinking Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead all financial functions and guide the organization’s long-term financial health. Reporting directly to the CEO and serving as a key member of the Leadership Team, the CFO plays a critical role in shaping strategy, supporting growth, and ensuring financial excellence across the company.

The ideal candidate thrives in a mission-driven, fast-evolving environment focused on triple bottom line success, People, Planet, and Profit and brings a balanced mix of strategic insight, operational depth, and strong leadership.

Essential Job Functions & Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Executive Partnership

• Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and Leadership Team, helping shape corporate strategy, long-range planning, and organizational priorities.

• Evaluate the financial impact of new programs, growth initiatives, investments, and regulatory actions.

• Provide insights and recommendations to drive revenue growth, profitability, and organizational performance.

• Take a thoughtful, balanced approach that considers stakeholder outcomes and supports GreenSpark’s triple bottom line values.

Financial Strategy, Planning & Analysis

• Lead long- and short-term financial planning, forecasting, modeling, and scenario analysis aligned with company goals.

• Analyze financial strengths, risks, and opportunities; develop strategies to optimize performance and mitigate weaknesses.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive set of KPIs to monitor business health and evaluate team performance.

• Ensure timely, accurate analysis of financial performance and trends to support executive decision-making.

Accounting & Financial Operations Oversight

• Provide executive oversight of all accounting operations, including month-end close, audit preparation, internal controls, A/R, A/P, grants accounting, and compliance.

• Ensure financial records and reporting comply with GAAP and all funds are properly monitored.

• Oversee the preparation and approval of financial statements, reports, dashboards, and internal/external financial communications.

• Continuously improve financial processes, systems, and policies to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and transparency.

• Oversee budgeting, cash flow management, cost allocation, and financial controls across all company programs and locations.

Capital Strategy, Fundraising & External Relationships

• Lead capital planning and capital raising efforts aligned with company growth goals, including debt, equity, and hybrid financing structures.

• Develop and manage banking, lending, and financial institution partnerships.

• Engage with prospective capital partners and represent the organization in investment, financing, and strategic partnership discussions.

• Oversee treasury functions, risk management, insurance, and cash management strategies.

IT Systems & Technology Leadership

• Provide executive oversight of IT strategy, systems, and technology investments to support organizational efficiency and scalability.

• Ensure that ERP, reporting, and data systems (including Accumatica or other platforms) effectively support operational and financial needs.

• Stay informed on technology trends that can enhance innovation, data integrity, and automation.

Team Leadership & Organizational Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting teams to support high performance, professional development, and succession planning.

• Promote collaboration across departments through financial education and training for managers and staff.

• Hire, evaluate, coach, and manage team members in alignment with company policies and values.

Hybrid Work Expectations

• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility, with regular in-office presence (three days per week) to support collaboration.

Education & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, or related field required.

• Master’s Degree in Business Administration or related discipline strongly preferred.

• 10–12 years of progressive financial leadership experience, including FP&A, strategy, risk management, treasury, and capital planning.

• Experience with capital structuring and capital raising (debt, equity, mezzanine).

• Experience with construction accounting, project-based financial reporting, or renewable energy preferred.

• Experience with employee ownership structures (ESOP, COOP, Phantom Equity) preferred.
  Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; strong Excel skills required.

• Working knowledge of ERP systems (Accumatica preferred).

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to produce clear financial reports and engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

• Strong problem-solving ability with the capacity to interpret and act on complex financial and operational information.

Perks & Benefits:

• Base salary begins at $200,000, with final compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• Weekly pay

• Quarterly bonus potential based on company performance

• Company-issued cell phone or reimbursement

• 401(k) profit sharing plan

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Paid downtown parking and/or parking validation provided

• 3 weeks of vacation in your first year, followed by flexible paid time off moving forward.

• 12 days of paid sick leave

• 8 paid company-wide closure days

• Opportunities for professional growth through training and development programs

• Annual company retreat to foster team building and company culture

• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support and counseling services

• Pet-friendly work environment