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VP – Finance
Company | CompStak |
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Location | New York, NY, USA |
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Salary | $200000 – $230000 |
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Type | Full-Time |
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Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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Experience Level | Expert or higher |
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Requirements
- 15+ years of experience in accounting and financial management, with leadership roles in startups or SaaS environments preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA, CFA or MBA a plus.
- Advanced Excel skills and expertise in business modeling and forecasting.
- Proven experience working with international subsidiaries.
- Fundraising Experience: Demonstrated success in raising equity or debt financing
- Strong background in corporate development, including M&A, capital raising, and strategic analysis.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex data to senior leadership and board members.
- Demonstrated ability to thrive in a high-growth, fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
Responsibilities
- Manage and mentor the Finance team, including the Senior Controller, Senior Accountant, and Accountant.
- Develop departmental goals, KPIs, and a culture of excellence and accountability.
- Oversee all accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.
- Manage cash flow, SaaS reporting metrics, payroll and commission tracking, including the relationship with the PEO in partnership with the People and Revenue Operations teams.
- Review and enhance accounting policies, processes, and systems.
- Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, partnering closely with the CEO to provide actionable insights.
- Develop annual budgets and quarterly reforecasts in collaboration with department leaders.
- Support external audits and ensure timely completion in coordination with the Controller.
- Perform scenario modeling to evaluate the financial impact of strategic decisions and market changes.
- Provide financial strategy and recommendations to the CEO and executive team.
- Build and maintain relationships with investors, the board of directors, and financial institutions.
- Spearhead corporate development activities, including M&A, fundraising, and financial modeling.
- Collaborate with the Revenue and Product teams to evaluate and refine pricing strategy to maximize revenue.
- Oversee tax planning, compliance, and filings for sales tax, payroll, and other applicable taxes.
- Coordinate with external tax accountants to ensure accurate and timely tax returns.
- Ensure the company maintains appropriate insurance coverage.
- Identify opportunities to streamline financial operations, reduce costs, and improve profitability without compromising growth.
- Partner with Product, Marketing, and Sales teams to align departmental initiatives with financial objectives.
Preferred Qualifications
- Leadership roles in startups or SaaS environments preferred.
- CPA, CFA or MBA a plus.