Head of Finance

About the role

Vetcove is seeking a highly motivated and analytical Head of Finance (VP-Level) to lead our financial planning, strategy, and operations as we scale. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, this individual will oversee all aspects of accounting, FP&A, budgeting, and financial reporting while serving as a key business partner to senior leadership across departments. The ideal candidate will bring both strategic and hands-on experience—someone who can build financial models, guide data-driven decision-making, and implement systems and controls to support rapid growth. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring financial transparency, driving operational efficiency, and positioning Vetcove for long-term success.

What You’ll Do

• Own financial strategy and planning — lead the company’s forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning processes to ensure alignment with company goals and growth targets
• Build an FP&A function — develop scalable models, dashboards, and reporting to guide business decisions across revenue, margin, and expense performance
• Provide strategic business partnership — collaborate closely with department heads (e.g., Sales, Product, Operations, Customer Success) to translate financial insights into actionable strategies
• Oversee accounting operations — manage general ledger, payroll, tax, invoicing, and reconciliations while ensuring compliance with GAAP and internal controls
• Develop and refine financial systems — identify and implement tools and processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and visibility (e.g., ERP, expense management, analytics tools)
• Deliver timely and accurate reporting — prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, analyses, and board materials
• Own cash flow management — forecast, track, and optimize cash receipts and disbursements to support business growth and operational needs
• Lead audits and tax filings — ensure compliance with all applicable accounting and tax regulations; serve as primary liaison with external auditors and advisors
• Drive data-informed decision-making — analyze key metrics, unit economics, and business performance to inform pricing, investments, and resource allocation
• Build and mentor the finance team — hire, develop, and lead a high-performing team capable of supporting a scaling, data-driven organization

You Should Have

• Bachelor's Degree
• 8+ years of experience in strategic finance ideally within a growth-stage or late-stage startup (eCommerce, SaaS, or marketplace experience preferred)
• Strong background in FP&A, strategic finance, and operational modeling
• Proficient knowledge of US GAAP and experience familiarity with executing audits and compliance
• Proven ability to design and implement financial planning processes and internal controls
• Experience partnering cross-functionally with business leaders to drive performance
• Advanced proficiency with QuickBooks (QBO preferred), googlesheets / excel, finance software stack; Deep experience and desire to implement AI native solutions to drive efficiency, speed & accuracy
• Excellent analytical and executive levelwritten, and communication skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• 100% remote within the USA
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Automatic 401k contribution
• Employee referral program
• At-home office setup
• Bi-annual company retreats
• Open vacation policy
• Equity
• Monthly team events

Pay

The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is $190,000/year - $250,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits. For Colorado, the salary range is $200,000 - $230,000 + bonus + equity + benefits.