About This Role
Leading the financial operations and driving sustainable growth is the core of the Vice President of Finance role. This position oversees all financial activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements while shaping the financial strategy and fostering a culture of fiscal responsibility.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive financial strategies aligned with organizational goals, emphasizing growth, profitability, and risk management.
- Lead the preparation of accurate financial statements, reports, and analysis in accordance with GAAP, IFRS, and IAS.
- Oversee all accounting functions including corporate accounting, governmental accounting, non-profit accounting, cost accounting, and technical accounting practices such as ASC 606 revenue recognition standards.
- Manage treasury functions including cash flow analysis, investment management, banking relationships, and liquidity planning to support operational needs.
- Implement robust risk analysis procedures to identify potential financial threats and develop mitigation strategies.
- Direct budgeting processes, financial projection model development, and forecasting activities to support strategic decision-making.
- Supervise finance team members ensuring high standards in financial report writing, interpretation of financial data, account analysis, balance sheet reconciliation, accounts payable/receivable management, and general ledger accounting.
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations and maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in financial laws affecting the organization’s operations.
- Utilize data analytics tools and Excel data analysis techniques to enhance financial insights and operational efficiency.
- Lead cost control initiatives while managing profit & loss statements to maximize profitability.
- Oversee regulatory reporting requirements for government agencies and ensure adherence to industry-specific financial regulations.
Requirements
- Proven experience in finance leadership roles such as Finance Director or Vice President of Finance with a strong track record in strategic management.
- Extensive knowledge of IFRS, GAAP, IAS standards along with industry-specific regulations such as ASC 606 for revenue recognition.
- Demonstrated expertise in corporate finance, risk management, treasury management, and investment oversight.
- Strong background in governmental or non-profit accounting is highly desirable.
- Proficiency with financial software systems and technical accounting tools; advanced Excel skills including data analysis are essential.
- Excellent leadership abilities with experience managing diverse finance teams across multiple functions such as cost management, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance management.