Senior Financial Analyst, Lillio
Childcare center software
Open for applications
Childcare center software
101-200 employees
Open for applications
101-200 employees
Company mission
To empower early childhood educators with affordable tools that enable them to improve developmental outcomes for the children they work with while educating parents about the importance of their work.
Role
Who you are
- The ideal candidate will thrive in the dynamic environment of a scale-up SaaS company and be a key driver of process improvements to make our finance organization run more efficiently
- They will be excited about the opportunity to learn from an experienced CFO and be involved in the financial operations of a PE-backed scale-up
- 5-7 years of experience in financial analysis roles
- Experience in SaaS or technology-focused companies is highly preferred, with a deep understanding of subscription-based revenue models and SaaS metrics (e.g., MRR, ARR, Churn, LTV)
- Prior experience working with Private Equity-backed businesses and familiarity with the expectations and reporting standards PE firms require
- Demonstrated experience in contributing to the finance function at a growth-stage company, including modelling, forecasting, data analysis, and reporting
- Strong background in financial reporting under Canadian accounting standards (ASPE or IFRS), and experience with external audits
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks, Xero, or similar)
- Strong Excel and Google Sheets skills (advanced formulas, pivot tables, and financial modeling)
- Familiarity with financial automation tools for streamlining accounting processes
Desirable
- Experience with payroll and expense software in a SaaS environment, eg. Float, Deel, Rippling, ADP
- Experience with companies that have gone through an M&A process
- Experience with companies in the manufacturing sector
What the job involves
- We’re looking for… A motivated and adaptable Senior Financial Analyst to take on a senior individual contributor role within our finance team
- The Accounting and Finance team at Lillio is a high-performing, Agile team committed to the financial stewardship of our rapidly growing business
- They are focused on using process improvement, automation, and the latest finance and accounting technology to ensure efficiency and ROI across the business, while maintaining compliance with industry best practices as we grow our team
- Financial Modeling and Forecasting:
- Develop and maintain complex financial models to project revenues, expenses, and financial outcomes
- Analyze historical data and market trends to create accurate financial forecasts
- Data Analysis and Interpretation:
- Collect and examine financial data to identify trends, opportunities, and potential risks
- Deliver insights and actionable recommendations to support strategic initiatives
- Budgeting and Cost Analysis:
- Assist in the formulation and management of departmental budgets
- Conduct cost analyses to optimize financial efficiency and ensure budget compliance
- Reporting and Presentations:
- Prepare comprehensive financial reports and presentations for management and stakeholders
- Ensure precision and clarity in all documentation and drive effective communication of financial results
Our take
Early childhood education plays a pivotal role in a child's developmental journey, yet unlike the advancements witnessed in later stages of education due to digitization, this crucial phase has seen limited progress.
Lillio, formerly HimMama offers a transformative solution for educators, enhancing classroom planning and enabling seamless sharing of progress with parents. By engaging the entire family in the learning process, Lillio's software fosters a holistic learning experience. Additionally, the software streamlines childcare center management, automating tasks and cutting costs, thus freeing up valuable time for teachers.
Aiming to bolster its revenue streams, Lillio, akin to other specialized software providers for small businesses, has ventures into payment services. While competition looms from rivals like Procare, a legacy software provider backed by private equity, and startup Brightwheel, Lillio's potential market encompasses over a million daycare operations in North America. This expansive landscape bodes well for the impressive growth prospects of all three companies.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
-2% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 3 rounds)
Nov 2021
$50.5m
SERIES B
May 2020
$3.7m
EARLY VC
Total funding: $59.6m
Company benefits
- Flexible working arrangements, with the option to work from our vibrant downtown Toronto office or work remotely
- Health benefits package includes medical, dental and vision
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal days, paid sick days, and paid volunteer days
- Opportunities for learning, mentorship and professional development
- Ongoing team-wide and company-wide virtual social activities and success celebrations
Company HQ
Downtown Yonge East, Toronto, ON
Leadership
Alana Frome
(CTO)More than 10 years of software development experience including as employee #2 at Evisors (now Firsthand).
Ron Spreeuwenberg
(Board Member)Over ten years of experience helping companies to improve their operations through technology. Holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Waterloo and an MBA from Harvard Business School.
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