Chief Financial Officer

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This is a hybrid role (three days per week at our HQ in Chicago, IL) and will report directly to the CEO.

Who We Are

Crafty elevates workplace food and beverage programs with enhanced services managed in one innovative, centralized platform. Founded in 2015, our mission is to help companies craft better workplaces. From Draft Kings to Robinhood to Zillow, we work with the world’s biggest brands to foster a culture of employee connectivity and productivity. Headquartered in Chicago, with offices in New York and the Bay Area, Crafty manages food and beverage programs for 500+ offices in 45+ markets across 5 countries.

The Role

Crafty is on a high‑growth trajectory to craft better workplaces, and we’re seeking a seasoned financial leader to elevate us to the next level. Reporting to the CEO, you’ll be instrumental in defining our financial strategy. We’re looking for a dynamic individual to oversee all financial functions and collaborate closely with key stakeholders to drive growth and optimize financial performance on our pathway to profitability.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Finance function (Accounting, AP, AR, Payroll, FP&A, Contracts) and embed financial discipline across the organization.

• Partner with leadership to shape strategy and drive key decisions through a deep understanding of financial metrics and economic factors.

• Own annual planning, MBRs, QBRs, and all‑hands meetings to set company goals that align with business strategy.

• Evaluate M&A opportunities and determine capital allocation decisions with rigorous ROI logic.

• Communicate financial performance and strategy to investors, banking partners, and other external stakeholders.

• Optimize revenue growth, profitability, and cash flow through pricing strategy, contract negotiation, and procurement.

• Oversee accurate and timely financial reporting, internal controls, risk mitigation, tax compliance, and regulatory adherence.

Required Attributes

• Operational rigor, ownership mentality, and low‑ego.

• Strategic thinker with growth mindset; ability to influence executive and board decisions.

• Data‑driven communication; translate complex financial information into simple insights.

• Effective across verbal, written, and non‑verbal channels; adept at collaboration and feedback.

• Proven people leadership; inspire and build high‑performance teams.

Ideal Experience

• Deep experience leading Finance teams; former CFO or senior finance executive.

• Background in Food & Beverage or a physical product/service industry.

• Experience scaling companies (250–1,000 employees) with $50‑$500 million ARR and zero‑based budgeting.

What We Offer

We provide a competitive compensation package that includes a Crafty healthcare plan (primary health, dental, vision), an automatic 4% 401(k) contribution, unlimited paid time off and sick leave, certification courses, and generous parental leave. The role also offers the opportunity to shape the future of a rapidly growing company and includes Crafty‑grade snacks, beverages, and fun events.

Salary target: $275,000 – $325,000 On Track Earnings per year in Chicago (final offers vary by location, experience, and expertise).

Crafty provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without discriminating against race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

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