VP of Finance New York

About The Role

We are looking for a dynamic VP of Finance to be at the center of all financial activities of the business including, but not limited to, overseeing accounting, finance, forecasting, strategic planning, FP&A, budget optimization, and investor relations. We are looking for a leader who will establish creative and agile practices. We expect this person to play a critical role in supporting the daily growth of our company. Reporting into the CEO, this team member will be a key addition to the leadership team and will support by informing company strategy from a financial perspective. This role will be in person at our energetic NYC headquarters.

What You'll Do

• Develop and own all aspects of the company’s financial planning and analysis, forecasting, accounting, strategic finance, and reporting with a focus on strategic decision-making, as well as tactical day-to-day delivery
• Manage budgeting and planning, cost management, forecasting, financial modeling, and reporting
• Own and generate financial models and forecasts, monitor core performance metrics on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, and communicate reports across the business
• Expand and further standardize accounting and financial processes across the entire organization; lead the monthly accounting close and reporting process
• Contribute to the development of the company’s strategic goals and objectives in alignment with our mission and growth
• Develop and leverage a deep understanding of the key drivers of the various business levers; help drive strategic and operational initiatives as the business grows and scales
• Collaborate with team leaders to strategize and define team budgets, hiring plans, and other key performance indicators
• Provide analytical support to the leadership team including development of internal management reporting capabilities including financial metrics (KPI) and non-financial metrics (OKR)
• Develop presentations and analytical materials to be presented to the leadership team, the board of directors, and investors
• Lead and evaluate the company's fundraising plans and capital structure

Your Experience

• 4+ years in investment banking, private equity, or VC
• 5+ years of experience in finance at a fast-growing tech startup (marketplace preferred)
• Strong technical accounting and reporting skills
• Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving skills, including ability to negotiate and resolve conflict
• Highly strategic, but also tactical, with a high sense of urgency and execution speed
• Sharp attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects in a timely manner