VP of Finance - Controls & FinOps
Company: Hopper
Location: New York
Posted on: March 3, 2025
Job Description:
About the jobWe are looking for a VP of Finance to lead the
Finance Operations, Automation and Control team. Hopper is
experiencing rapid growth, and we need a leader who will take
ownership over a significant portion of the finance organization
and prepare Hopper for public markets. You will represent Hopper
and Finance at various levels, including board interactions,
C-level decisions, and the Audit Committee.The primary focus will
be on building a strong, tech-enabled Finance organization and
superior internal operations & controls, leveraging technology to
drive efficiency and innovation in finance operations and
automation. You'll also have the flexibility to expand your scope
in areas you wish to grow or where you have distinct expertise.What
would your day-to-day look like:
- Drive Finance Operations and Automation: Lead and innovate
within the Finance Operations and Automation teams to develop and
implement cutting-edge finance technologies. Oversee and manage the
Company Ledger, ensuring streamlined processes, increased
efficiency, and supporting robust data-driven decision-making
business wide.
- Champion Technology Adoption: Identify and implement new
financial software and tools, positioning Hopper's finance team at
the forefront of industry advancements. Monitor industry trends to
ensure competitive alignment in finance capabilities.
- Control Organization Leadership: Oversee the company's tax and
treasury functions to support rapid business growth. Build and
maintain a strong internal control environment aligned with the
company's goal of achieving SOX compliance. Own and drive the
end-to-end audit process, including relationships with external
auditors, statutory account preparations, and serving as the
primary liaison to the Audit Committee.
- IPO Readiness and Execution: Lead the company's IPO readiness
process, defining resource requirements, building a roadmap, and
implementing all necessary changes.
- Financial Reporting and Investor Relations: Own the financial
reporting cadence, ensuring accuracy, rigor, and compelling
storytelling for stakeholders. Serve as a key financial voice in
interactions with investors, explaining both granular financials
and broader equity narratives as it pertains to statutory
requirements.
- Team Leadership: Lead and grow a high-performing, tech-enabled
finance organization of 25+ team members, fostering innovation,
collaboration, and scalability.An ideal candidate has:
- Extensive Financial Leadership Experience: At least 10+ years
in finance leadership roles, preferably including time at
high-growth companies.
- Public Company Experience: Direct involvement in IPOs, SOX
compliance, and SEC reporting, with experience interacting with
Audit Committees and external auditors.
- Collaborative Leadership: Comfortable interacting with diverse
stakeholders, including board members, C-level executives, and
cross-functional teams.
- Team Builder: Proven ability to build, lead, and mentor
high-performing finance and operations teams in a fast-paced,
scaling environment.
- Finance Automation & Operations: Strong track record of
leveraging technology and automation to streamline finance
operations and controls, preferably with experience in ERP
implementations or system optimizations.
- Controls and Compliance: Deep expertise in establishing and
maintaining internal controls, risk management practices, and audit
readiness.
- Strategic Mindset: Adept at combining data-driven insights with
strategic thinking to influence key decisions.Perks and benefits of
working with us:
- Well-funded and proven startup with large ambitions,
competitive salary and the upsides of pre-IPO equity packages.
- Unlimited PTO.
- Carrot Cash travel stipend.
- Access to co-working space on demand through FlexDesk AND
Work-from-home stipend.
- Please ask us about our very generous parental leave, much
above industry standards!
- Entrepreneurial culture where pushing limits and taking risks
is everyday business.
- Open communication with management and company leadership.
- Small, dynamic teams = massive impact.
- 100% employer paid Medical, Dental and Vision coverage for
employees.
- Access to Disability & Life insurance.
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).
- DCA/ FSA and access to 401k plan.$500,000 - $750,000 a
yearTheyearly total compensation for this position ranges from
$500,000 to $750,000 USD. Base salary will be determined by
candidates' relevant qualifications, knowledge, skills and work
experience.Total compensation will include a solid base salary and
will also include equity (options / RSUs), potentially a sign-on
bonus and other potential incentives as per the "perks and
benefits" section.
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