Corporate Finance Manager

Hala Systems, Inc. is a social enterprise working to transform the nature of protection and accountability in the world?s toughest places by democratizing advanced defense, sensing, and artificial intelligence technology. Hala is currently saving lives, reducing trauma, and improving resilience for millions of people.

Our team works across the globe and hails from over 15 countries. We speak over 20 languages and have studied and worked in leading educational, business, research, and government institutions. We are mission-driven thinkers, and we share a deep respect for each other and for the communities that partner with us.

We believe in innovation with purpose, focusing on developing real and applicable technology solutions to the challenges facing the planet. We believe in working ethically and collaboratively, and making decisions with transparency. We value flexibility, adaptability, and a good sense of humor.

As the Corporate Finance Manager at Hala, you will play a critical role in shaping our long-term financial systems and processes. You will be responsible for executing the organization?s corporate finance function, including overseeing financial planning and forecasting, performing quantitative analysis of operational and financial data, assisting with corporate governance, contributing to corporate strategy development, and supporting cash and treasury management. You will closely work with Hala?s CFO and
COO. As our first strategic finance position, you will have the opportunity to define and expand the role, and play an integral part in designing Hala?s financial planning processes and procedures from scratch.

This position is located in Lisbon, Portugal. Applications will be accepted until December 23rd, 2020.

Who You Are

• A financial modeling aficionado ? you love pivot tables, Index Match, goal-seek, and even array formulas.
• Analytical and inquisitive ? tackling difficult business questions interests you; you excel at analyzing data and developing meaningful recommendations.
• A strategic thinker, with a penchant for taking self-directed, entrepreneurial initiative.
• An effective communicator who is comfortable collaborating with and presenting to senior leadership.
• Someone who is excited to design and implement systems and processes from scratch.
• An undisputedly detail-oriented and organized person, with a passion for accuracy and productivity.
• Comfortable with uncertainty and risk management.
• Open to constructive criticism and appreciative of iterative processes.

What you?ll do:

In The Area Of Financial Planning & Analysis

• Manage Hala?s corporate planning, budgeting, and forecasting activities, including the design and development of annual fiscal budgets, rolling 12-month forecasts, headcount plans, and long-term financial models.
• Perform quantitative analysis of Hala?s operational and financial data to determine how to most effectively utilize company resources, improve profitability, and identify growth opportunities.
• Assist senior management with special projects (e.g., strategic analyses, new product P&L projections) .* Develop financial models and analytical tools to inform analysis.
• Design, maintain, and update Hala?s financial dashboard and KPIs; prepare managerial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing financial data.
• Support Hala?s accountant in developing quarterly and annual financial statements.
   

In The Area Of Corporate Governance & Administration

• Provide support to Hala?s COO & CFO on corporate governance matters, including creating agendas for board meetings, developing board materials, collating and distributing board packs, liaising with relevant directors, working with legal counsel to produce and distribute board minutes, arranging for signatures, and following up on any post-meeting actions required.
• Support the COO and CEO in the administration of Hala?s International Advisory Council meetings.
• Create and own a corporate governance calendar; track and manage deadlines.
• *Organize and manage corporate governance and legal documents and files, including but not limited to incorporation documents, board meeting materials, and general counsel correspondence.
• Support corporate tax compliance (e.g., federal and state filings, registrations) as needed.
   

In The Area Of Treasury

• Work with Hala?s accountant to optimize cash management between different accounts and entities in order to optimize day-to-day business operations.

• Manage working capital and short-term assets to optimize liquidity; determine appropriate investment/borrowing strategies.
• Analyze and manage Hala?s foreign exchange risk.
• Ensure forecasts and long-term financial plans are aligned with cash, working capital, liquidity, and foreign exchange risk management strategies.
   

In The Area Of Corporate Strategy And Development

• Assist with fundraising strategy, including developing marketing materials and supporting financial models.
• Assist Hala?s leadership in ensuring that Hala is always due-diligence ready; support due diligence requests.
• Manage Hala?s capitalization table to ensure it?s accurate and up to date; evaluate current capitalization management software and potential alternatives. Manage Hala?s employee stock options plans and documents.
• Oversee the annual 409a valuation process. Liaise with selected service providers to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Support Hala?s COO in investor relations management, including investor updates, reports, and other materials.
   

What You Have

• A bachelor?s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Mathematics, or other quantitative fields.
• 3+ years of work experience in financial planning & analysis, investment banking, consulting, and/or corporate finance. More experienced candidates are encouraged to apply. As a startup, we have some flexibility with role titles.
• Exceptional financial modeling skills and attention to detail.
• Extensive knowledge of budgeting and forecasting techniques, as well as proficiency with financial statement analysis and projections.
• Excellent capabilities with MS Excel and Google Sheets.
• Experience with accounting software packages, such as QuickBooks and, preferably, other midsize enterprise accounting systems.
• Understanding of accounting standards (GAAP, IFRS).
• Professional fluency in written and spoken English.
   

What Hala Offers You

• Life-saving social impact.
• Competitive salaries.
• Unlimited vacation policy and flexible holidays so you can take time off when you need it. All staff take a minimum of 22 days off plus holidays, including a mandatory 2 week vacation.
• Comprehensive, world-wide healthcare, dental and vision insurance for you and your family at no cost to you.
• Paid parental leave.

• Flexible working policy, including the ability to work from home.
• Computer and other office equipment to help you get your job done.
• Relocation assistance for you, your family, and your pets for eligible positions.
• A diverse, international community of dedicated, hardworking team players committed to interdisciplinary collaboration and a thriving workplace culture.
• Opportunities for international travel, including to program locations and satellite offices.

If there?s something important to you that isn?t on this list, please ask!

What Happens Next

We will review applications and reach out to candidates advancing to the interview stage as soon as possible, but definitely before January 7. You should expect a phone screen, an online skills test, and several interviews with team members and the supervisor for this role, concluding with the opportunity to speak with both of our co-founders.

You will receive a confirmation that your application was received, and you?ll also hear back from us whether you?re selected for an interview or not. Please note that we are unable to offer individualized feedback before the first interview round due to the volume of applications we receive.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From 35,000.00? per year

Language

• English (Required)
• Portuguese (Required)
   

Work Remotely

• Yes, occasionally
   

COVID-19 Precaution(s)

• Remote interview process
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Virtual meetings
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place