Applications will be open through November 29, 2024, with an anticipated start date in early January 2025.

Reports to: Chief Operating Officer

Location: Remote within Continental US

About Funga

Funga is a public benefit corporation harnessing forest fungal networks to address the climate crisis. We combine modern DNA sequencing and machine learning technology with breakthrough research on the forest microbiome to put the right native, biodiverse communities of mycorrhizal fungi in the right place. This leads to more quality wood created more quickly, more carbon sequestered, and more resilient forests. We serve land partners seeking to implement regenerative forestry practices that improve productivity and sustainability, and corporate carbon buyers building high-quality carbon removal portfolios with strong social and biodiversity outcomes. We’re a team of passionate scientists and builders on a mission to draw down at least three gigatons of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere by 2050.

If you are excited by starting new things, learning as you go, and being hands-on in applying your work to the private sector, you will dig working with us. We encourage you to apply even if only some of the below criteria are met - just make sure to tell us why you’re excited about Funga!

About the Role

We seek an analyst with prior experience in the climate solutions space or a strong desire to apply their experience to address the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. The role will bring rigor to our day-to-day operations, while also providing a lens to systems that support future growth of our team, product lines, and business.

Our ideal candidate will have experience building and managing financial operations that support a fast-growing team, ensuring compliance while allowing the flexibility to achieve our goals. You will bring a keen attention to detail to our budgeting and accounting work, while using financial analysis and business knowledge to create compelling narratives for investors, customers, and partners. As Funga’s first finance hire, you will have the opportunity to shape our work and our vision for a robust finance team.

We are a small team, and each of us operates beyond our roles on a daily basis. We are looking for someone excited to implement new approaches, problem solve, think creatively, and create a roadmap for our growth.

In This Role, You Will

Company Financial Management

• Lead our monthly financial close process and improve existing systems for Accounts Payable/Receivable, revenue recognition, expense management, and property management.
• Manage monthly budgeting, reforecasting, and reporting exercises across teams.
• Manage our third-party accounting vendor and cap table/equity management software.
• Own quarterly investor financial reporting and monthly board financial reporting.
• Participate in annual budget process and fundraising activities.

Product and Customer Support

• Create systems to track profitability of our various product lines and make recommendations for cost control.
• Participate in the deal process by building financial models and making recommendations on deal financial structures that support our partnership and profitability goals.
• Build on and improve inventory management systems for our product lines.

Contract Support

• Support Funga contract administration including engagement with external counsel and internal document tracking/management as needed.

Our Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Strong analytical, pattern recognition, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Expertise in Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint, and their Google counterparts (sheets and slides)
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, preparation of financial statements, and financial analysis techniques
• Ability to develop financial models with user input functionality and sensitivity analysis
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively communicate financial analysis results to non-financial audiences
• Skilled in visual representation of complex concepts through charts and slides
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, or economics
• At least two years of experience in a financial analyst role or related field
• (Beneficial but not required) Certification from an accredited institution, such as the Financial Modeling and Valuation Analyst certification from the Corporate Finance Institute
• (Beneficial but not required) Experience with contract administration is a major bonus for this role.
• NOTE - please apply if you feel you are qualified, but don’t necessarily meet all of the above criteria!

Why Join Funga?

• Shape our success: Funga is a fast-growing business, with our revenue and team expected to scale rapidly in the next several years. As our first dedicated finance hire, you will help ensure our growth is founded in sound and rigorous financial management.
• Make a meaningful impact: Contribute to innovative solutions addressing one of the most pressing global challenges - climate change.
• Collaborative environment: Work closely with a diverse team of scientists, foresters, and business leaders who share a common passion for sustainability.
• Career growth: Be part of a pioneering company with opportunities for professional development and leadership.
• Participate in comprehensive healthcare benefits and employee equity programs.

Salary and Benefits

The expected salary range for this role is $70,000–$90,000 USD, with actual salary based on qualifications and experience.

Funga offers a competitive benefits package including equity in our fast-growing startup; a flexible time off policy; medical, dental, and vision benefits; and a wellness reimbursement program. Our team is in a dynamic growth phase. By joining us at this stage, you can shape our benefits and culture, and participate in our business success!