Attivo
- VP Finance
VP Finance
Finance · Global
Job description
Are you committed to excellence and looking for opportunities to advance your career?
Are you passionate about technology and startups and want to engage deeply with some of the most innovative early-stage companies in the world?
Do you want to work for a company that really values work/life balance?
Attivo is for you!
Attivo Partners is a full-service finance and accounting consulting firm with our HQ in San Francisco, California and a presence & clientele in the major start-up hubs across the US. We provide our emerging growth clients with CFO, accounting, and finance services across industries and at all stages of early growth – from zero to >$50M in revenue.
At Attivo, we work with some of the most exciting emerging growth companies backed by leading venture capital firms. Working with Attivo means collaborating with a team that has extensive experience with venture-backed companies and deep finance and accounting expertise. We are excited by the accounting, finance and business challenges inherent in working across many different companies, which provide our team members with excellent opportunities for learning and growing.
At Attivo, we take mentoring and training seriously and our partners devote time and energy to developing and nurturing talent. We are a passionate group of people and live our values in everything we do:
- Relationships that last
- Data-driven insights
- Growth-focused mindset
- Collaboration-first environment
- Culture-conscious
Role Overview
The VP Finance is responsible for all financial affairs and functions for one or more of Attivo’s clients as a key part of their management team. The VP Finance is the engagement lead and manages our client company’s financial functions, including accounting, reporting, systems, budgeting, and forecasting. You must be a hands-on, roll up your sleeves, type of leader and should enjoy fast-paced, start-up environments.
Responsibilities
- Be a trusted advisor to the CEO and members of the executive management team
- Provide leadership, direction and management to the finance and accounting team
- Provide oversight of effective internal financial controls and the preparation of all financial reporting
- Drive the company’s financial forecasting and planning
- Prepare financial and operating analyses that support business decision making
- Ensure cash flow is appropriate for the company’s activities
- Analyze company operations to identify operational and cost efficiencies and implement solutions
- Work cross-functionally to develop and disseminate financial and business intelligence across the company
- Identify and manage risks to the company’s financial and business health
- Review major contracts and subcontracts for completeness and risk management issues
- Assist the company with equity and debt financings
- Present financial and operating performance and analyses to the company’s CEO, management team and Board of Directors
- Oversee tax-related matters to ensure timely compliance
- Oversee all audits/reviews (financial, tax, bank, etc.), maintain the relationship with external auditors, and ensure compliance of GAAP requirements
- Assist with special projects assigned by the CEO and/or Board of Directors
Requirements
- Excellent knowledge of data analysis, modeling, and forecasting methods
- Ability to strategize and problem solve
- Strong leadership and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Strong project management skills including an ability to multi-task, prioritize and respond quickly to a rapidly changing environment
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred; MBA/CPA preferred
- Minimum of 10 years of senior financial leadership including 5 years as VP Finance or CFO
- Minimum 5 years of experience in venture-backed, emerging growth companies
- Experience working in a fast-paced technology, or professional services environment
- Experience or interest working in the cryptocurrency and/or financial technology space highly preferred
Professional Attributes
- Ability to earn the trust and respect of the CEO, Board of Directors and management team by establishing a collaborative relationship
- High energy and enthusiasm, with a strong commitment to exceeding client expectations
- Flexibility and openness to work on a variety of assignments and industries
- Ability to learn quickly, make an immediate impact, and provide value-added service to our clients
- High-level of integrity, sense of creativity, and good business judgment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, displaying the ability to connect and build relationships with clients, firm leadership, and peers; ability to effectively communicate with all levels within organizations and a variety of audiences with a range of accounting and finance knowledge
- Fast learner with high degree of curiosity
- Team player with a strong desire to be an active, long-term participant in the growth of Attivo Partners
- Entrepreneurial spirit and passion for startups and early stage growth companies
Salary Range
Attivo offers a competitive base plus bonus, and opportunities for advancement. The starting salary range for VP Finance is approximately $190,000 to $230,000 per year plus bonus.
Benefits
Benefits for full-time employees include: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (100% coverage for employees on base plan, 70% coverage for additional family members), participation in Flexible Spending Accounts and 401(k), 3 weeks PTO, voluntary Life Insurance & Disability plans, and work-from-home allowance. Primary caregivers and others requiring a flexible work schedule or reduced hours are encouraged to apply; benefits may be prorated for part-time hires.
Final Notes
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Attivo Partners is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. People from diverse racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.
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