Location: Portland, OR (Hybrid or Remote-Friendly)
Employment Type: Part-Time
Company Stage: Series A
Industry: SaaS / Enterprise Design Systems

About Knapsack

Knapsack is a leading digital production platform that is defining the category and changing the way companies build products. We provide critical infrastructure that power how enterprises build, deliver, and govern digital products at scale. We support large enterprise companies and are backed by some amazing investors (including Gradient Ventures, Slack Fund, Founder Collective, Crosslink Capital, Parade Ventures, Lorimer Ventures and more). Learn more about our approach to design systems and digital production here. Fresh off our Series A raise, we’re poised for accelerated growth, and we’re looking for a seasoned Part-Time CFO to help us steer the company’s financial strategy as we scale.

The Role

As our Part-Time CFO, you’ll be a strategic financial partner to the CEO and executive team. You’ll help architect the financial future of Knapsack, bringing operational rigor, strategic modeling, and investor-ready insights to a fast-paced, product-driven environment. This is an ideal opportunity for a finance leader who thrives in early-stage startups and understands the nuance of SaaS metrics, enterprise sales, and capital efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Financial Leadership:
  Guide financial planning, capital allocation, and scenario modeling to support growth goals and long-term vision.
• Operational Finance Oversight:
  Manage all budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, and KPI tracking. Ensure financial data supports agile decision-making across departments.
• Investor Relations & Fundraising Support:
  Work closely with the CEO and Board to prepare reporting packages, fundraising materials, and drive ongoing investor communications.
• SaaS Metrics Management:
  Implement and optimize tracking for key SaaS KPIs like CAC, LTV, net retention, burn multiple, and ARR growth.
• Compliance & Risk Management:
  Oversee financial compliance, risk management, accounting policies, and controls. Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors as needed.
• Team Development & Tools:
  Evaluate, onboard, and optimize finance tools and vendors. Mentor finance resources or external consultants when necessary.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in a senior financial role, ideally as a CFO or VP of Finance at a B2B SaaS or enterprise tech company.
• Experience in early-stage, venture-backed startups, especially through Series A to Series B growth stages.
• Deep understanding of SaaS business models, enterprise sales cycles, and financial best practices.
• Track record of supporting board-level reporting, investor relations, and fundraising activities.
• Strong modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills.
• CPA, MBA, or equivalent professional credentials preferred.
• Comfortable working in a hybrid environment with some in-person availability in Portland.

Time Commitment

• Estimated 10–20 hours/week with flexibility based on key milestones (e.g., board meetings, funding cycles).
• Estimated 25-35 hours/week during onboarding.
• Participation in monthly financial reviews, quarterly board meetings, and strategic planning sessions required.

Why Knapsack?

• Join a passionate and collaborative team reshaping enterprise design operations.
• Make a direct impact on the financial trajectory of a high-growth startup.
• Flexible work structure, competitive part-time compensation, and meaningful equity upside.
• Work with a visionary leadership team and top-tier investors who believe in building a lasting, category-defining company.

Compensation and Benefits

• Will consider W2 or 1099 employment
• If consistent 20 hours/week as W2 employee, fully covered health insurance and unlimited PTO