VP of Finance

About the role

We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented VP of Finance for our software growth-through-acquisition holding company. The ideal candidate will lead productivity improvements within the finance team, and ensure operational excellence across our portfolio companies and play a critical role in supporting M&A activities, enhancing strategic finance capabilities, and establishing a high-performing finance and accounting function.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Strategy & Capital Allocation

• Develop and oversee the financial strategy to support growth (organic and M&A).
• Optimize capital allocation across the portfolio.
• Partner with the CEO and board and provide advice on investment decisions, debt structures, return thresholds, and negotiate on company’s behalf.
• Prioritize internal reinvestment, bolt-on acquisitions, and dividend policy.
• Identify and execute financing strategies to support growth and acquisitions, including non-dilutive funding options, seller financing, structured earn-outs, revenue-based financing, government grants, and strategic partnerships.
• Leverage deep knowledge of capital markets and alternative funding sources to reduce cost of capital and maintain balance sheet flexibility, while aligning with the company’s return expectations.

• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Lead the forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning processes across multiple business units.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and unit economics at the company and portfolio level.
• Provide financial modeling and scenario analysis to guide strategic decisions.

• Operational Finance

• Implement scalable financial processes and systems across all portfolio companies.
• Drive standardization and automation (e.g., monthly and quarterly close, reporting packages, dashboards).
• Ensure cost control, margin optimization, and working capital efficiency.
• Work in close cooperation with Operations to ensure the portfolio companies are in a healthy financial situation by raising eventual problems and proposing potential solutions whenever applicable.

• M&A and Post-Acquisition Integration

• Lead due diligence, valuation modeling, and risk analysis for new acquisitions.
• Work with business development teams to structure deals and assess ROI.
• Oversee post-acquisition financial integration, including reporting harmonization and synergies.

• Governance, Reporting & Compliance

• Oversee the preparation and delivery of timely, accurate, and insightful financial and management reports for both internal stakeholders (executive leadership, board of directors) and external parties (investors, lenders, regulators).
• Establish and maintain a strong internal control environment to safeguard assets, ensure data integrity, and support audit readiness.
• Ensure full compliance with applicable financial regulations, tax laws, corporate governance standards, and industry-specific requirements (e.g., GAAP, IFRS, SOX, local jurisdictions).
• Lead the coordination of annual external audits, tax filings, and regulatory reviews, ensuring smooth interactions and timely resolution of any issues.
• Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, tax advisors, legal counsel, and other compliance-related stakeholders, fostering transparent and proactive relationships.
• Develop and enforce policies and procedures that promote financial accountability, risk mitigation, and ethical conduct across the organization.
• Responsible for the process of tracking and managing a company's equity ownership, including the number and types of shares, as well as other equity-related instruments like stock options and warrants, while owning the quarterly shareholder report process and issuance.
• Oversee the organization's tax obligations, ensuring accurate and timely filing of tax returns, and managing potential tax risks. This includes developing and implementing tax strategies, staying current on tax laws, and managing tax audits or disputes. The CFO also ensures financial reporting accurately reflects tax liabilities and works with external advisors to optimize tax positions.

• Portfolio Support & Performance Management

• Act as a strategic partner to portfolio company leadership.
• Help set and monitor financial goals and KPIs for each operating company.
• Provide hands-on support in pricing strategies, customer profitability, cost optimization, and financial turnaround.

• Team Leadership

• Build and mentor high-performing finance teams at both corporate and portfolio levels.
• Foster a culture of ownership, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement.

About you

• Strong M&A execution and integration experience;

• Comfortable managing multiple small P&Ls and decentralized structures;

• Deep understanding of SaaS/recurring revenue models;

• Able to balance financial discipline with entrepreneurial agility;

• Exceptional communicator who can translate data into strategy;

The expected salary for this position is: $ 175,000 USD - $ 225,000 USD OTE. Salary is based on a number of factors including market conditions, location and may vary depending on job-related skills and experience.