VP of Finance
Duties
- Ensure correct accounting and bookkeeping practices are followed consistently, and identify gaps in our current processes
- Get us on top of tax obligations at the state and country level as we expand across markets
- Own financial metrics used to steer business decisions, ensuring they are accurately defined, computed, and reported
- Produce financial documentation for fundraising, board reporting, and investor relations
- Oversee procurement integrity — confirming that received hardware and services match against purchase orders and payments
- Audit server hardware, colocation, and software license billing to ensure we're being billed correctly
- Confirm commissions and other incentive compensation are calculated accurately
- Identify and drive improvements to billing cycle complexity and other operational inefficiencies
Requirements
- 5+ years of finance experience, with meaningful time as a controller, VP of Finance, or CFO
- Hands-on experience with accounting, bookkeeping, and financial reporting — not just oversight
- Track record of managing multi-jurisdiction tax compliance (US state + international)
- Experience building or formalizing finance operations at a startup or high-growth company
- Strong analytical skills and comfort owning the metrics and models leadership relies on
- Willingness to work at a scrappy pace and do things yourself before delegating
Nice to Have
- Experience with usage-based billing models or SaaS revenue recognition
- CPA, CFA, or MBA, or similar
- Prior experience in fintech, trading, or a high-growth tech startup
- Experience preparing materials for fundraising rounds
Qualifications
- BS/BA in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification preferred
Benefits
- Health, dental, disability, and life insurance benefits
- 401(k) matching for full-time employees
- Remote work option
Schedule
- Full-time
Company Information
We are a rapidly growing market data provider that believes in a new way of paying for data. Our mission is to make finance accessible to everyone, from large institutions to small startups. We are headquartered in [City], [Country] and have offices in [Other Cities].
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence, and we strive to create an environment where all employees can thrive.
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