VP of Finance

Responsibilities

Team Leadership and Development:

• Provide effective leadership and mentorship to the finance team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Identify and nurture top finance talent, ensuring a strong and agile finance organization.

Financial Strategy and Planning:

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company's overall objectives, driving long-term profitability and sustainable growth.
• Collaborate with the executive team to set financial targets and contribute to overall business planning.

Financial Analysis and Reporting:

• Ensure proper financial analysis is performed to provide key insights and support data-driven decision-making across the organization.
• Ensure regular financial reporting cycles to present comprehensive financial reports, including monthly business reviews, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

Financial Operations and Systems:

• Lead financial operations, including accounting, billing, collections, and cash flow management, ensuring efficient and accurate financial processes.
• Evaluate and implement financial systems and technologies to optimize financial management and reporting.

Capital Allocation and Investment Decisions:

• Collaborate with the executive team to assess investment opportunities and capital allocation decisions to support strategic initiatives.
• Evaluate and recommend potential mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.

Risk Management and Compliance:

• Oversee risk management strategies, identifying potential financial risks and implementing appropriate mitigation measures.
• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations, accounting standards, and reporting requirements.

Must haves

• Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. MBA or public accountant certification is preferred.
  • Proven track record of at least 10 years in a senior finance leadership role, ideally in a global scale-up.
• Financial Expertise:
  • Demonstrated expertise in financial planning, analysis, and reporting.
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial management best practices.
• Strategic Vision and Execution:
  • Proven ability to develop and implement financial strategies aligned with organizational goals.
  • Track record of driving financial performance and delivering results.
• Leadership and Collaboration:
  • Exceptional leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve excellence.
  • Collaborative approach, fostering positive working relationships across the organization.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:
  • Strong analytical skills and keen attention to detail.
  • Proficient in making data-driven decisions and solving complex financial challenges.
• Communication and Influence:
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate financial insights effectively to non-financial stakeholders.
  • Proven ability to influence strategic decision-making at the executive level.

• Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. MBA or public accountant certification is preferred.
  • Proven track record of at least 10 years in a senior finance leadership role, ideally in a global scale-up.
• Financial Expertise:
  • Demonstrated expertise in financial planning, analysis, and reporting.
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial management best practices.
• Strategic Vision and Execution:
  • Proven ability to develop and implement financial strategies aligned with organizational goals.
  • Track record of driving financial performance and delivering results.
• Leadership and Collaboration:
  • Exceptional leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve excellence.
  • Collaborative approach, fostering positive working relationships across the organization.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:
  • Strong analytical skills and keen attention to detail.
  • Proficient in making data-driven decisions and solving complex financial challenges.
• Communication and Influence:
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate financial insights effectively to non-financial stakeholders.
  • Proven ability to influence strategic decision-making at the executive level.