VP of Finance

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1055 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, V6E 2E9
full-time . August 12, 2023

Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and visionary Vice President of Finance to join our disruptive fintech start-up. As the VP of Finance, you will be a key member of the executive team, responsible for driving the financial strategy, planning, and execution to support our ambitious growth objectives. Your expertise will play a pivotal role in shaping the company's financial health and success as we revolutionize the financial industry.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Financial Strategy and Planning: Develop and execute the company's financial strategy in alignment with the overall business objectives, driving sustainable and scalable growth.
Financial Forecasting and Budgeting: Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes, providing accurate financial projections to guide strategic decision-making and resource allocation.
Financial Modeling and Analysis: Develop comprehensive financial models and conduct in-depth analysis to assess financial performance, identify opportunities, and mitigate risks.
Fundraising and Investor Relations: Oversee fundraising efforts, maintaining strong relationships with existing investors and attracting new investment to fuel the company's growth.
Financial Reporting: Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, to the executive team and board of directors.
Risk Management: Implement robust risk management strategies to safeguard the company's financial assets and mitigate financial risks.
Treasury and Cash Management: Optimize cash flow management, capital allocation, and investment strategies to support the company's financial stability and growth.
Financial Compliance: Ensure compliance with all financial regulations, accounting principles, and reporting standards relevant to the fintech industry.
Financial Operations: Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions.
Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A): Lead financial due diligence and evaluation for potential M&A opportunities, driving successful integration of acquired entities.
Team Leadership and Development: Build and lead a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Experience and Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or relevant advanced degree is highly desirable.
Extensive experience (X+ years) in financial leadership roles, ideally within the fintech industry or disruptive financial services sector.
Proven track record of driving financial growth and success, with a deep understanding of financial markets and trends.
Experience in scaling finance functions and systems to support rapid company growth.
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to synthesize complex financial data into actionable insights.
Demonstrated experience in fundraising and investor relations, securing venture capital funding and building strong relationships with investors.
Knowledge of financial regulations, compliance requirements, and industry best practices within the fintech space.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
Exceptional leadership abilities, inspiring and motivating the finance team to achieve exceptional results.

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