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The shift to renewables, the proliferation of rooftop solar, batteries and EVs, and the increasing complexity of distribution networks are forcing utilities to operate their grids in fundamentally new ways. Gridsight's vertical SaaS platform uses data, ML and AI to help grid operators modernise their operations and unlock transformational new capabilities. We deliver visibility into the grid edge, faster renewable connections, and real-time orchestration of distributed energy. The opportunity is enormous ($1B+ ARR).\nWe're embedded with over 50% of Australia's distribution networks, more than 30% in New Zealand, and have 1 of the top 5 utilities in the US as our lighthouse. Airtree led our Series A, we grew ARR 3.4x in the past 6 months, we just closed our Series B led by a major US fund, and we're on the path to build the first truly generational utility software company.\nWe are a team of builders. What unites us is that we’re curious, hungry and obsessed with maximising the impact we can deliver to Gridsight and the energy transition. If that sounds like you, come join us!\nThe role\nReporting to the VP of Operations, you will own the integrity, reliability and scalability of GridSight’s finance function. You will run the accounting engine end to end and build the systems and controls that allow us to scale across entities and jurisdictions with confidence.\nThis is a hands-on builder’s role. You will keep the numbers accurate, timely and explainable; give leaders clear financial visibility; manage our external partners; and develop the finance capability required for GridSight’s next stage of growth.\nYour mandate Financial control and reporting: make the numbers trustworthy\nOwn month-end and year-end close, consolidations, reconciliations and management reporting across all entities.\nMaintain the integrity of the general ledger, balance sheet and financial statements, with clear documentation and audit trails.\nEstablish and apply accounting policies for revenue recognition, capitalisation and other material judgements.\nProduce accurate, decision-useful reporting for the VP of Operations, executive team, Board and investors.\nFinance operations, cash and compliance: make the engine run\nOwn accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, collections, payroll, expenses, banking and treasury.\nMaintain clear visibility of cash, working capital and runway, ensuring funds are available in the right entities and currencies.\nEnsure tax, statutory, payroll and regulatory obligations are met across every jurisdiction in which we operate.\nLead audit preparation and manage auditors, tax advisers, banks, payroll providers and other external partners.\nCoordinate transfer pricing, the R&D Tax Incentive and other stage-relevant compliance requirements.\nSystems, controls and scale: build the finance infrastructure\nDesign practical controls, approval frameworks and operating rhythms that reduce risk without creating unnecessary bureaucracy.\nOwn the finance systems roadmap and build a reliable source of truth across accounting, billing, payroll, expenses and reporting.\nAutomate repetitive work and use modern tools, including AI where useful, to improve speed, accuracy and control.\nDocument core processes and remove key-person dependencies so finance can scale without headcount growing linearly.\nDecision support and leadership: turn numbers into action\nPartner with the VP of Operations on budgeting, forecasting, Board reporting, fundraising support and scenario planning.\nWork with functional leaders to create accountable budgets, explain performance and improve financial decision-making.\nTranslate financial results into clear insights, risks and recommended actions rather than simply reporting the numbers.\nLead and develop the internal finance team and outsourced partners as the function grows.\nWhat success looks like\nThe monthly close is fast, accurate and repeatable, and leaders trust the numbers.\nCash, runway and material variances are visible early enough to act on them.\nAudits, tax filings and statutory obligations are completed on time with no surprises.\nControls and systems are fit for our stage, protect the business and scale without slowing it down.\nFunctional leaders understand their financial performance and take ownership of their budgets.\nThe finance function is lean, well documented and ready for 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