VP of Finance & Corporate Controller Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled, strategic VP of Finance & Corporate Controller to serve as a liaison between our finance and accounting operations. This individual will be a key business partner to the CFO and broader leadership team, providing both day-to-day financial oversight and long-term strategic financial guidance to support our growth goals. The ideal candidate has experience working in a fast-paced environment and has a proven track record of scaling & optimizing financial operations. Reporting to: CFO Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger.
- Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes to ensure timely, accurate preparation of all financial statements.
- Establish and enforce a robust system of internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure data integrity.
- Lead the company's regulatory reporting and manage relationships with external auditors.
- Ensure full compliance with all relevant financial regulations and accounting standards (e.g., GAAP, SOX).
- Implement and optimize accounting and financial reporting systems (e.g., ERP) to improve efficiency and scalability.
- Act as a strategic advisor to the departmental leaders on all financial matters, including business modeling, pricing strategy, and resource allocation.
- Execute financial strategies and initiatives determined by the company's executive leadership.
- Lead the annual budgeting and multi-year financial forecasting processes, tracking performance against targets and providing actionable insights on variances.
- Manage cash flow, liquidity, and capital to support ongoing operations and future growth.
- Partner with department heads to support their financial needs and drive operational efficiency.
- Lead financial due diligence and support M&A activities.
- Provide investors, financial institutions, and other external stakeholders with the required financial information.
Team Management and Development
- Lead and mentor a high-performing finance and accounting team.
- Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional development within the team.
Qualifications and Experience
- 15+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, with at least 10 years in a leadership role within the technology sector.
- Proven experience in managing a complete financial and accounting function for a high-growth company.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. Master's degree (MBA) and/or a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is highly preferred.
- Deep technical knowledge of GAAP and all financial reporting and compliance requirements.
- Proficiency with NetSuite and other financial platforms.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and analytical skills.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage change and drive results.
US-based Candidates: we are currently only able to hire residents of the following U.S. states: AZ, CA, CO, DC, FL, GA, HI, IL, IN, KS, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NV, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OR, RI, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, and WI. We are unable to consider candidates residing in other U.S. states at this time. Internationally-based Candidates: we are currently only able to hire residents of the following locations: United Kingdom. We are unable to consider candidates residing in other countries at this time. Equity, Diversity & Inclusion are key to our success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds, who share a passion for creating a safer, more connected world. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also national origin, citizenship, sex, color, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic that is part of one's identity. All of our employees' points of view are key to our success, and we embrace individuality.
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