VP Finance scaling d1g1t’s fast-growing fintech through capital strategy, forecasting, investor relations, and risk management. Leading financial operations and future team development.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute the financial strategy supporting company growth objectives and long-term vision
Manage capital structure, including debt and equity financing, and recommend capital-raising strategies
Oversee cash flow planning, working capital management, and treasury operations
Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, accounting-principle adherence, and regulatory compliance
Partner with the People Team to process monthly payroll for Canada and US employees
Assess resourcing needs to support company growth
Identify and manage financial risks and implement mitigation strategies and internal controls
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance analysis
Provide financial reports and insights to the Executive Team, Board of Directors, and venture capital firms
Manage investor, analyst, banking, and external stakeholder relationships
Prepare and present financial information for investor meetings, roadshows, and annual reports
Negotiate financing terms with financial institutions while protecting company equity and financial flexibility
Monitor industry trends, market conditions, and regulatory changes
Build and mentor a high-performing finance team in the future
Report monthly to executives and quarterly to the Senior Executive team
Work with the C-Suite on strategy, hiring, budgets, and team planning
Drive cross-functional improvements and scalable people and processes
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field, coupled with a CPA designation
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, budgeting, financial forecasting models, risk management, complex financial data analysis, trend identification, and decision-support insights
10+ years of experience in a senior finance leadership role, preferably in a SaaS or technology, fast-growing and scaling environment
Firsthand experience taking a SaaS company from start-up to scale-up, growing a team from 100 to 200, solving growth challenges, raising capital, and reaching profitability
Exceptional leadership abilities and a track record of building strong cross-functional partnerships
Strong business acumen and ability to influence at all levels
Experience with financial software systems; QuickBooks, Wave, ADP, TriNet, Google Suite, Slack, and Notion are assets
Strong communication and presentation skills, including conveying complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders
Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated expertise in capital management, investor relations, and fundraising
Strong communication skills and ability to convey and understand information and inspire confidence and trust with internal and external stakeholders
Benefits
Competitive compensation package with bonus and comprehensive healthcare benefits
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Fitness and Wellness Credit
Continuing Education Allowance
Flexible and “Purpose Driven” hybrid-work environment
Ability to work abroad for up to 2 months in a year (some conditions apply)
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