Position Summary
We’re seeking a dynamic, influential, and highly motivated VP, Finance with extensive FP&A, accounting and business partnering experience with a track record of success, who will contribute significantly in driving our organization forward to achieve our ambitious goals.The primary focus of this position will be to lead the company’s operational and financial planning cycles, regular internal and board reporting and external benchmarking processes, as well as serve as a trusted and influential partner to each of Cellares’ department heads on forecasting, budgeting, analysis and decision support.Top candidates will be intellectually curious, detail-oriented, and able to collaboratively drive solutions to complex problems.
This is a hands-on role with a scaling early stage company and the ability to drive the performance of the organization through financial insights and foresights is critical to our success. Candidates should enjoy working in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment, and be prepared to tackle a broad selection of challenges as the company grows.
Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with company leadership and key stakeholders across the company on the formulation and execution of the company operating plan and all detailed modeling and forecasting activities to drive successful execution of the operating plan
- Manage all aspects of FP&A such as forecasting, monthly budget vs. actual, and analysis
- Provide insights into key opportunities and profitability for potential projects to ensure each is financially viable and aligns with the company’s strategic goals
- Model, analyze and track the financial projections (cash and GAAP) and performance of individual company projects as needed
- Lead internal cash flow analysis activities including the preparation of monthly reports for Executive Leadership. Identify risks, performance variances and scenario alternatives as part of the analysis activities
- Support the creation of business and financial presentations (e.g., board decks, Quarterly Business Reports, etc.)
- Coordinate and address financial and information requests from Company investors at the direction of the CFO and in partnership with the VP, Corporate Controller
- As part of the Company’s annual audit process, prepare supporting and supplemental information as requested by the Company’s auditors as it relates to forward looking projections
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field
- 10+ years of relevant demonstrated financial and leadership experience
- Experience in planning tools such as Planful or Anaplan
- Extensive experience with SAP or other relevant ERP solutions
- Extensive experience with analysis tools and databases such as SQL, Power BI, Snowflake and Tableau
- Highly organized with a meticulous attention to detail and the willingness to be in a hands-on position
- Deep understanding of industry financials
- Proven track record of financial leadership in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear recommendations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with both internal teams and external partners
$200,000 - $300,000 a yearCellares total compensation package contains competitive base salaries, highly subsidized Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, 401(k) Matching, Free EV Charging, Onsite lunches, and Stock options. All displayed pay ranges are approximate, negotiable, and location dependent.Apply for this job
