VP of Finance at Vera Solutions

Position Overview

We are seeking a talented finance leader to oversee the daily financial and accounting operations for our international social enterprise as well as support the company’s strategic priorities by leading financial planning, forecasting, and reporting. Candidates should have a comprehensive understanding of finance, accounting, cost, taxation, and cash flow management. The VP of Finance will lead the planning, budgeting, monthly financing closings, and manage the day-to-day financial leadership of the business. This includes close collaboration and consultation with senior leadership across the company, while providing financial expertise to inform strategy and business decisions. We are looking for someone who demonstrates excellent attention to detail, time management skills, and the ability to coordinate competing priorities with finesse, professionalism, and enthusiasm. The ideal candidate is comfortable reporting to stakeholders in a clear, consultative, and professional manner. We seek continuous improvement and growth, and are looking for someone energized by that prospect. This role is part of the management team, the VP of Finance is a partner in company strategic decisions along with the CEO, COO, CTO, and Managing Director.

Primary Responsibilities

Reporting and compliance:

• Direct the preparation of all financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, shareholder reports, tax returns, and governmental agency reports
• Maximize tax efficiency across Vera’s five operating countries through transfer pricing, relevant tax credits and government programs, effective entity management
• Support internal and external audits
• Ensure compliance with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) in all financial reporting and disclosure activities

Forecasting:

• Oversee the budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring that they are accurate and up-to-date
• Compare sales and profit projections to actual figures and budgeted expenses to actual expenses; make or oversee any necessary adjustments to future projections and budgets
• Study long-range economic trends and projects their impact on future growth in sales and market share

Liquidity:

• Oversee investment of funds and works with investors and bankers to raise additional capital required for expansion
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable
• Manage and maximize cash flow

Strategy:

• Develop and implement financial strategies to support the growth and sustainability of the organization
• Provide financial guidance and insights to the management team to support decision-making across departments
• Analyze operations to identify areas in need of reorganization, downsizing, or elimination
• Manage return on investment across Vera’s initiatives
• Identify opportunities for expansion into new product areas or business lines
• Support CEO with investor relations
• Research and support continued evolution of Vera’s compensation model
• Work closely with Vera’s Board, C Suite, and Leadership Team to drive Vera to success

Management:

• Oversee Finance and Accounting teams (5 people) across five operating countries
• Ensure compliance with accounting regulations and reporting requirements
• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to ensure best practices, audit compliance, and efficient operations
• Manage relationships with external partners, including auditors, banks, and other financial service providers
• Oversee management of external finance resources, including local accountants

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• A degree in Finance or Accounting
• 10+ years experience in a finance management, senior finance position, or similar role
• In-depth knowledge of US GAAP reporting standards
• Proven ability to combine a strategic business perspective with strong project management and analytical skills and attention to detail
• Inclusive, collaborative approach to work
• Ability to step back, analyze the overall business impact, and effectively synthesize and rationalize the message for senior leadership and other stakeholders
• Confidence, business maturity, and presence to work independently and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization, including effectively interacting with senior management
• Experience leading diverse global financial consolidations in an accurate and timely manner
• Project management experience establishing timelines and leading all aspects of the project lifecycle (e.g. for budgeting process)
• Strong interpersonal skills, proactively building consultative and collaborative relationships across Finance and the business
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to “tell the story” and communicate complex financial information to inform executive decision making
• Proven ability, flexibility, and resourcefulness to manage several priorities in a deadline driven environment, having comfort with ambiguity
• Ability to take initiative and seek creative solutions that challenge conventional approach
• Excellent knowledge of accounting and financial processes (budgeting, financial closure, reporting etc.)
• Data analysis and forecasting experience
• Expert problem solver, analytical thinker
• Experience working in a nimble, rapidly growing environment
• Strong financial analysis, modeling, and reporting skills
• Proven ability to manage complex financial operations and drive growth and profitability
• Passion for social and environmental impact and commitment to our BCorp mission

Advantageous

• Expertise in accounting for a SaaS/products company
• Familiarity with local, state, federal, and international tax regulation
• Experience with managing international entities
• Experience with NetSuite or similar software
• A CPA or CMA certification