Head of Finance at Shippo

Paris, Île-de-France, France

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Supply Chain, SaaS, LogisticsIndustries

Requirements

Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in Finance, with a significant focus on FP&A, Reporting, and Budgeting within a complex international environment, ideally in the SaaS/tech sector
Proven experience successfully managing and developing a diverse finance team
Complete fluency in both French and English is mandatory for internal communication with the Paris-based team and external engagement with international stakeholders
Mastery of modern FP&A tools is mandatory. Demonstrated ability to select, implement, and integrate a comprehensive finance tech stack
Highly tech-savvy with over 15 years of experience building and scaling robust financial structures
Possesses authority and strategic vision to drive financial performance and discipline across all global business units

Responsibilities

Drive the annual budgeting and planning process, ensuring organizational buy-in and alignment with strategic goals. Act as the Executive Committee's authority on resource allocation and ROI
Prepare and present a detailed monthly management reporting package, providing actionable insights into performance. This includes designing operational reporting decks for each Head of Department
Ensure that all accounting entries and financial transactions are booked accurately, timely, and in compliance with all relevant standards. Leverage natural authority to enforce financial controls and budget adherence company-wide
Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse finance team. Focus on automating and scaling transactional functions (Billing, AP) to empower your team and allow dedication of the majority of time to strategic FP&A and business partnering
Act as the main point of contact and manage the relationship with third-party accounting firms, tax advisors, and financial auditors
Own and manage the entire suite of finance-related tools. This includes being the key driver in fully deploying and maximizing the value of Abacum (or similar modern FP&A tools) as our central planning engine. Ensure seamless integration with core operational systems (e.g., Salesforce, ERP)
Manage the entire finance department, with a primary focus on designing and implementing the next-generation FP&A framework that supports rapid international scaling

Skills

FP&A

Financial Planning

Budgeting

Strategic Planning

Performance Leadership

Sales Administration

Accounts Payable

Shippo

Shipping solution for ecommerce businesses

About Shippo

Shippo provides a shipping solution for ecommerce businesses, marketplaces, and platforms by connecting them to multiple shipping carriers through a single API and dashboard. Users can compare shipping rates, print labels, automate international documents, track shipments, and manage returns all in one place. This integration allows clients to streamline their shipping processes efficiently. Unlike many competitors, Shippo focuses on offering a comprehensive service that works seamlessly with existing ecommerce platforms, making it easier for businesses to handle their logistics. The goal of Shippo is to enhance the shipping experience for its customers, ensuring their success by solving key operational challenges in the ecommerce logistics market.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2013Year Founded

$150.1MTotal Funding

LATE_VCCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Consumer SoftwareIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental, & vision

Take-as-much-as-you-need vacation policy

Flexible work hours

Two week-long company wide shutdowns during summer/winter

3 volunteer days off (VTOs)

WFH stipend

Charity donation match up to $100

Professional & career growth

Individual learning stipend

Personal and focused growth

Company off-sites throughout the year

Risks

Increased competition from platforms like Square and Wix could reduce Shippo's market share.

Partnership with Cover Genius may expose Shippo to insurance claims and liabilities.

New tool launches may strain Shippo's resources if not managed efficiently.

Differentiation

Shippo offers a multi-carrier shipping API connecting with over 40 global carriers.

The platform provides comprehensive shipping solutions, including label creation and package tracking.

Shippo's integration with platforms like Wix enhances its accessibility and user experience.

Upsides

Shippo's Addresses API improves address validation, reducing undeliverable packages.

Partnership with Cover Genius offers comprehensive insurance solutions for eCommerce merchants.

Dynamic pricing models optimize revenue and offer competitive rates to customers.

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