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VP of Finance

UpKeep

Yakima, Washington, 98901

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Salary:

$200000 - $255000 Year

Job type:

Monday to Friday

Job Schedule:

Morning shift

Job benefits:

Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k)
Parental Leave
Flexible spending account
Others

Description:

10+ years of total finance/accounting experience

3+ years in a software company, leading their financial operations or as a controller

Full command of GAAP accounting, financial statements, budgeting and forecasting, and internal controls

Previously experience leading diverse, high-performing teams that successfully deliver and scale and organization

Confidently lead company capitalization and related work, including equity and debt financing, compliance, corporate risk management, and investor relations

Solve problems with speed, objectivity, and creativity

Ability to traffic in information and facts, not illusion and politics

Uses the full capabilities of UpKeep - develop level below to be effective leaders, creates a culture of continuous learning and innovation where all employees can reach their full potential

Handle challenges well - face a problem/crisis head-on with perseverance, and a calm demeanor to keep the team grounded and contributing to our long-term success

As an experienced financial leader, our VP of Finance will be an expert in building effective financial and operational systems

This role will lead our finance, accounting, legal, and business systems operations functions for our company

This highly collaborative role will provide mentorship and trusted guidance across the organization while guiding the team to be trusted business partners, provide smooth operations, and ensure the financial health of our company

This role is accountable for building and leading highly efficient financial and risk management operations for the company, which includes the development and successful implementation of accounting and financial systems, policies, metrics tied to driving financial performance, and the ongoing development and monitoring of control systems designed to allow for reporting accurate and meaningful financial results

Strategy, Planning and Management

Lead the finance team and be accountable for the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting and processes, acting as a coach and a reviewer to develop the team and ensure smooth financial operations

Serve as a strategic business partner to our Chief Executive Officer, Board of Directors, and executive leadership team

Assess and evaluate financial performance of our organization with regard to long-term operational goals, budgets, and forecasts

Provide insight and recommendations to both short-term and long-term growth plans of the organization

Identify, acquire, and implement systems and software to provide critical financial and operational information

Evaluate departments and make suggestions for automating processes and increasing working efficiency

Communicate, engage, and interact with the Board of Directors, CEO, and senior executive leadership team to ensure full transparency over the financial performance of the company

Create and establish yearly financial objectives that align with the company's plan for growth and expansion

Select and engage consultants, auditors, and investors

Serve as a key member of our executive leadership team

Participate in pivotal decisions as they relate to strategic initiatives, and operational models

Interact with and align departments with the Company plans, initiatives, and recommendations

Financial Analysis, Budgeting and Forecasting

Prepare and present monthly financial budgeting reports including monthly profit and loss by division, forecast vs

budget by division, and weekly cash flow by division

Review and analyze monthly financial results and provide recommendations

Identify, develop, and execute analysis of business initiatives, product launches, and/or new service offerings

Develop and maintain monthly operating budget and annual company operating budget

Manage financial planning and analysis department

Supervise creation of reports, software implementation, and tools for budgeting and forecasting

Participate in conference calls with lenders, vendors, Board of Directors, and senior executive leadership team

Accounting, General Ledger, Administration and Operations

Ensure the proper functioning of all systems, improve automation, databases, and financial software

Review and ensure application of appropriate internal controls and financial procedures

Ensure timeliness and accuracy of financial and management reporting data

Oversee the preparation and communication of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

Oversee the preparation and timely filing of all local, state, and federal tax returns

Partner with Human Resources to ensure appropriate legal compliance

Oversee the month-end close process, constantly reviewing procedures while eliminating inefficiencies

Review all month-end closing activities including general ledger accounts, balance sheet accounts, and overhead cost allocation

Enhance and implement financial and accounting systems, processes, tools, and control systems

Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors; Manage preparation and support of all external audits

Ensure timely and error free bi-weekly payroll processing, systems, automations, and payroll GL accounting

Manage cash flow planning process and ensure funds availability

Explore new investment opportunities and provide recommendations on potential returns and risks

Maintain outstanding banking relationships and strategic alliances with vendors and business partners

Utilize forward-looking models and activity-based analyses to provide financial insight into the organization's plans and operating budgets

Financial Relations and Policies

Engage senior executive leadership team and/or board of directors to develop short-term and long-term plans, projections, and budgets

Represent the company to banks, financial partners, institutions, investors, public auditors, and officials

Remain current on audit best practices as well as state, federal, and local laws regarding company operations

Oversee weekly cash management and AP Department, approve large payables, sign checks, authorize large wires, and ACHs

Supervise Accounts Receivable management and provide guidance relating to the collection process

Can foresee future opportunities, develop plans, and communicate the go forward vision clearly

Leads change - recognizes strategic opportunities for change, acts as a change champion and inspires others, sets change direction and pace

Makes sound and timely decisions - integrates stakeholder views and expertise into clearly articulated decisions that achieve targeted outcomes

Builds a shared future - creates an environment where opinions and inputs from employees are regularly sought out and acted on

Establish communication systems and flows

Over communicates - provide a strong vision that inspires confidence in the future and makes employees want to achieve the company vision and goals

Recognizes employees and celebrates with the team

Creates a culture that fosters high ethical standards

Skill:

Learning/adaptability
Computer
technology
Others

Others Requirements:

3 years
10+ years
Others

Category:

Finance

Positions:

2

Location:

Remote