Director of Finance

Pulumi is seeking a hands-on Director of Finance to own the company’s finance function end-to-end. This role will lead financial planning and analysis while also maintaining ownership of accounting operations, reporting, and compliance, with responsibility for leading the finance function today and preparing it to scale over time. You will partner closely with the CEO and executive team to translate strategy into financial plans, provide visibility into performance and runway, and build scalable finance processes to support Pulumi’s next phase of growth. 

This role is ideal for a finance leader who enjoys operating independently, building from first principles, and balancing strategic thinking with day-to-day execution.

Expect to be challenged, learn, teach, and collaborate with a world class team of people.

While Pulumi is headquartered in Seattle, WA., we are dedicated to being a remote first company. This role can be located remotely in the United States.

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Partner with company leadership to develop financial goals, operational targets, and long-range plans aligned with business strategy
• Own company-wide budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning, providing frequent status updates and variance analysis
• Build and maintain financial models to support headcount planning, spend decisions, and growth initiatives
• Appraise the company’s financial position and deliver regular reporting on financial performance, liquidity, runway, and growth
• Forecast cash flows and manage the company’s cash and capital structure
• Provide scenario modeling and decision support for strategic initiatives and business tradeoffs
• Prepare executive-level, board, and stakeholder financial reporting in partnership with leadership

Accounting, Finance Operations & Compliance

• Oversee and manage daily finance and accounting operations, including accounts receivable and payable, payroll (including commissions and bonuses), billing and invoicing, and sales transactions
• Directly manage a lean finance team while laying the groundwork for future team expansion as needed
• Own the general ledger and oversee monthly and quarterly close, financial reporting, and audit readiness
• Ensure consistent application of corporate accounting principles, procedures, and revenue recognition policies in compliance with U.S. GAAP
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, federal, and international tax requirements and regulatory filings
• Maintain the company fiscal calendar, ensuring timely execution of all reporting deadlines, including close cycles and tax filings
• Design, implement, and continuously improve scalable finance policies, processes, and internal controls
• Lead the evolution of the finance function to support company growth, including upgrading financial systems, tools, and infrastructure
• Manage relationships with external partners such as auditors, tax advisors, payroll providers, and financial institutions
• Support investor and stakeholder reporting in coordination with executive leadership, as needed
• Analyze cost structures, operational metrics, and financial data to inform decision-making and improve efficiency.

• 7+ years of progressive finance experience in high-growth SaaS environments
• Demonstrated ownership of both FP&A and accounting/controller responsibilities
• Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills
• Experience operating with minimal oversight in early-stage or scaling companies
• Successfully evaluated, implemented, and integrated financial systems and tools; Netsuite implementation experience preferred
• Certified Professional Accountant (CPA) or Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) preferred
• Comfortable operating as a team of one initially and building over time
• Clear, confident communicator who can translate finance into business insights
• Analytical problem-solver with the judgment and communication skills to influence and partner with the CEO and executive leadership team

• Base Salary Range: $175,000 to $210,000
• All full time employee offers at Pulumi include base salary, bonus or variable, equity and benefits (details below).