Vice President, Finance & Accounting

Role Description

The Vice President, Finance & Accounting role is expected to lead a team within a high performing organization working collaboratively with the business and finance leaders to assist with driving profitable growth in the Americas, Europe, and Asia.

• Prepare and review complex financial systems and processes
• Provide comprehensive and in-depth analysis to drive improvement and streamlining
• Evaluate all elements of the forecasting process to support the business
• Lead a small team of finance professionals and align this team to support Veristat’s growth
• Establish as a “collaborative copilot/advisor” within the business and finance leadership
• Support and coordinate with the operational finance team for the delivery of the revenue process
• Drive applicable transformation and accelerate margin improvement
• Balance the financial needs of the business leadership with the fiduciary needs of Veristat
• Translate efficiencies and growth/profitability drivers into operational actions
• Guide business partners to attain operational KPIs impacting international business growth, efficiency, and margin performance
• Correlate operational outcomes into financial impact

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field or equivalent required
• Advanced degree (MBA or CPA) preferred but not required
• 12+ years of progressive finance experience with strong analytical, leadership, and partnering track record required
• Minimum of 8 years of management experience
• Equivalent combinations of experience may be accepted on a case-by-case basis

Requirements

• Ability to listen, interpret, influence, challenge, build relationships, collaborate, resolve conflict
• Crisp presentation and discussion facilitation, conflict resolution, and negotiation in a matrix structure
• Ability to influence, motivate others, and lead change across cultures
• Demonstrated ability to think “big picture” and strategically leverage expertise
• Serve as a consultant and business partner with internal and external customers
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and current financial and accounting computer applications required
• Entrepreneurial demeanor with demonstrated ability to partner with leadership in driving top line opportunities
• Excellent verbal, analytical, organizational, written, and interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Estimated hiring range for this role is $225k - $260k plus applicable bonus
• Benefits vary by location and may include:
• Remote working
• Flexible time off
• Paid holidays
• Medical insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement plans