Vice President of Finance

About This Role

This Vice President of Finance role provides financial leadership for a growing medical device company that develops and commercializes innovative cardiovascular medical devices. The position requires a finance executive who understands the demands of managing cash flow and operating expenses, supporting product development and commercial expansion, and making long-term investment decisions. The ideal candidate will bring strong financial discipline, practical business judgment, and the ability to work closely with executive leadership on decisions that directly affect the company's financial performance and future growth.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, ensuring leadership has a clear understanding of business performance and financial priorities
• Manage cash flow, working capital, operating expenses, and capital allocation to maintain financial stability while supporting product development and commercialization activities
• Work closely with executive leadership to evaluate business opportunities, assess financial risks, and establish realistic financial objectives
• Lead financial analysis related to product profitability, manufacturing costs, pricing strategies, and commercial investments
• Strengthen internal controls, accounting procedures, and financial reporting practices in accordance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements
• Support capital planning, financing activities, investor communications, and potential strategic transactions
• Partner with Operations, Sales, Research and Development, and Regulatory teams to improve financial visibility and resource allocation
• Oversee financial systems, reporting processes, and the development of a capable finance and accounting organization

Requirements

• 12+ years of progressive experience in finance or accounting, including substantial responsibility in a senior financial leadership position
• A strong background in medical devices, healthcare manufacturing, life sciences, or another regulated industry
• Demonstrated experience managing financial planning, operating budgets, cash flow, and corporate financial performance
• Solid knowledge of US GAAP, financial controls, audit requirements, and financial reporting
• Experience with manufacturing cost structures, inventory management, product margins, and commercial financial planning
• Ability to evaluate capital requirements, financing alternatives, and investment opportunities with sound financial judgment
• Strong communication skills and the ability to present financial information clearly to executives, investors, and business leaders
• A bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline is required

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