Director of Finance, GR0

• The ideal candidate for this vital role can tangibly improve processes while successfully managing their team in a fast-paced and challenging environment
• 7+ years of progressive finance experience, with strong FP&A expertise and a track record of working in startup or high-growth environments
• Prior experience in or supporting digital marketing, advertising, or professional services preferred
• Demonstrated ability to monitor and improve profit margins, forecast accurately, and provide data-backed recommendations
• Strong proficiency with Google Sheets or Excel for modeling and analysis
• Familiarity with modern finance tools such as QuickBooks, Intacct, Adaptive Planning, or similar
• Excellent communication skills—you can explain complex financial data to creative and non-financial audiences with clarity and confidence
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business; MBA or CPA preferred
• Physical Requirements:
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Desirable

• GR0 is looking for a resourceful and business partnership-oriented Director, Finance to streamline the finance and accounting department’s operational functions, promote high efficiency across our company, and serve as a strategic business advisor to the executive team
• This role oversees FP&A, accounting operations, audit and tax compliance, and manages a team of 2-3 FTEs
• They will work hybridly in our modern Los Angeles office and report directly to the Chief Executive Officer
• We need someone process, people, and growth-driven who can combine these skills to make a meaningful impact at GR0
• Serve as a strategic business partner to the executive team, providing clear financial insights that drive profitability and growth
• Lead the FP&A function—own forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis to inform both near-term operational decisions and long-term strategy
• Develop and maintain dashboards that clearly communicate our financial health, performance trends, and client profitability
• Evaluate departmental and service-line P&Ls to identify cost efficiencies and margin opportunities
• Manage month-end close, reporting, and audit preparation with accuracy and speed
• Oversee payroll, billing, and collections to maintain smooth cash flow and ensure compliance with tax and accounting standards
• Implement scalable financial processes and systems suited for a fast-paced, data-driven environment
• Partner with department heads to ensure financial goals align with operational KPIs and client outcomes
• Mentor and develop a small but mighty team to support both tactical and strategic financial needs
• KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs):
• Accurate forecasting within ±3% variance between forecasted and actual results each quarter
• Support and track initiatives that increase EBITDA to 20% or higher
• Maintain at least 3 months of operating runway at all times
• Keep operating expenses within 2% variance of approved annual budget
• Deliver executive financial reports and dashboards by the 5th business day of each month
• Implement at least two new automation or efficiency improvements per quarter that enhance accuracy, speed, or visibility
• Ensure 100% of Finance team members have quarterly goals and receive feedback on performance

• Stage 1 (Recruiter Screen) - After you submit your application, our talent recruitment team will review and reach out to candidates. During this 30-minute phone call, we’ll discuss your career journey and professional motivators while learning about GR0 overall and the Creative Producer opportunity
• Stage 2 (Leadership Interview) - In this stage, you’ll meet with a member of the Leadership team to dive deeper into your experience. You’ll discuss your approach to financial strategy, decision-making, team leadership, and explore how your methods align with our organizational goals. This conversation will also give you an opportunity to learn more about the team’s structure, key initiatives, and the types of projects and cross-functional partnerships you’d be leading
• Stage 3 (Co-Founders Connect) - The last conversation of the interview process is always a chance for you to connect with our CEO and Co-Founder, Kevin Miller, and our Chief Growth Officer and Co-Founder, Jon Zacharias
• Stage 4 (Offer) - If a #GR0mance has brewed, we will make you a competitive offer and hope you’ll accept!