Summary

We are looking for a visionary Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our dynamic team and lead our financial strategy to new heights. Reporting to the founders, the CFO will be a critical member of the Gemini executive team, with direct responsibility and accountability for all aspects of the finance and accounting functions of the company. Additionally, in partnership with the executive team, the successful candidate will drive financial planning, risk management, and growth initiatives. 

The CFO will be responsible for a set of objectives in line with our growth initiatives, and in support of our mission to empower the individual through crypto. His or her immediate focus will be on identifying operational efficiencies across the finance org, streamlining and unifying financial processes and workstreams, and bringing more structure and scalability to ensure that we are poised for future growth.

Responsibilities:

• Financial Strategy Development: Collaborate with the executive team to develop and refine the company's financial strategy, aligning it with business objectives and growth plans to drive cost savings and profitability.
• Financial Planning and Analysis: Lead the financial planning process, including budgeting, forecasting, and scenario analyses. Provide insightful analysis and recommendations to optimize resource allocation and drive informed decision-making.
• Financial Reporting and Compliance: Oversee timely and accurate multinational financial reporting, both internally and externally. Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and other regulatory financial obligations.
• Financial Operations: Streamline financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial systems. Implement best practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Risk Management: Identify and assess financial risks, develop mitigation strategies to safeguard the company's financial interests. Implement robust internal controls and processes to maintain compliance and minimize risks.
• Fundraising and Investor Relations: Lead fundraising efforts broadly across equity and debt. Maintain strong relationships with investors, providing transparent and regular updates on financial performance.
• Treasury and Cash Management: Optimize the companys treasury function, including cash flow management, investment strategies, and cryptocurrency holdings.
• Mergers and Acquisitions: Assist in the execution of strategic M&A opportunities to drive growth and market expansion.
• Strategic Decision Support: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate strategic M&A opportunities, provide financial insights and analysis for strategic initiatives, pricing strategies, product development, and market expansion.
• Team Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing finance team, providing mentorship, guidance, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications:

• 15+ years of demonstrated success building and managing high-performing teams, and leading scalable strategic finance and planning functions within a dynamic, global financial organization. 
• Ideal candidates will have a consistent track record of outstanding strategic financial analytical capabilities, problem-solving skills, and delivering meaningful recommendations.
• 10+ years of proven leadership and management experience in a fast-paced work environment.
• Proven ability to thrive in a rapidly growing, tech-forward organization with high-growth mentality and enjoys operating in an emerging segment with considerable ambiguity.
• Experience running operational functions within companies that have successfully grown through different growth stages/inflection points.
• Excellent communication skills, able to use numbers to tell a business story.
• A get things done mindset, able to think strategically and take initiative to move forward tactically, continually iterate and improve, while anticipating demands of leadership.
• In-depth grasp of financial services and strong knowledge and understanding of the cryptocurrency landscape and regulatory environment.
• Natural ability to lead, inspire and be decisive in times of change/ambiguity. Holds the team accountable for results.
• Ability to quickly build strong, constructive relationships based on trust and respect with fellow senior execs and founders (while not being afraid to be unpopular).
• Strong people development skills highlighted by the ability to coach and develop direct reports.
• Thrives in a low-ego, highly-collaborative environment.
• Highly articulate with an ability to compellingly engage stakeholders both internally and externally.
• Operates with the highest level of personal and professional integrity.
• Intrigued by the disruptive implications of crypto, as well as Geminis mission - to empower the individual through crypto.
• Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• Proven experience as a financial leader in the cryptocurrency or fintech industry.

It Pays to Work Here   The compensation & benefits package for this role includes:

• Competitive starting salary
• A discretionary annual bonus
• Long-term incentive in the form of a new hire equity grant
• Comprehensive health plans
• 401K with company matching
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible time off

Salary Range: The base salary range for this role is between $318,000 - $397,000 in the State of New York, the State of California and the State of Washington. This range is not inclusive of our discretionary bonus or equity package. When determining a candidates compensation, we consider a number of factors including skillset, experience, job scope, and current market data.

Skills

• Communications Skills
• Financial Modeling
• Leadership
• Problem Solving
• Strategic Thinking
• Team Collaboration