VP of Finance

Summary

Join Woolf University, a rapidly growing university startup, as their VP of Financial. This crucial role requires a CPA or CFA certification and will lead the financial operations function, ensuring seamless processes, accurate reporting, and effective cash flow management across multiple currencies and entities. You will work closely with the executive leadership team and other stakeholders to build an efficient finance function. The position involves managing AR/AP, financial close, FP&A, cash flow, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess exceptional attention to detail and strong ability to implement scalable financial systems. This is a fully remote position with flexible PTO and working hours.

Requirements

• CFA or CPA certification
• MBA or management consulting experience (BCG, McKinsey, Bain, or Big Four)
• 10+ years in financial management, accounting, or bookkeeping, preferably in a high-growth or startup environment
• Proven ability to oversee AP/AR, financial close, and cash flow processes
• Proven ability to handle inter-company eliminations with multi-currency and international financial operations
• Ability to manage complex booking to amortization schemes with accuracy and GAAP compliance
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, Google Sheets, and accounting tools like QBO (QuickBooks Online)
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Oversee and implement all financial operations related to monthly invoicing, ensuring compliance with complex contractual terms
• Manage customer relationships by addressing and resolving any billing or financial inquiries in a timely and professional manner
• Lead the monthly financial close process, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting
• Update and maintain the financial model to support strategic decision-making and business forecasting
• Update the customer weekly booking report against monthly projections
• Oversee staff planning updates and their alignment with financial forecasts
• Produce weekly cash flow reports across multiple currencies and legal entities
• Monitor bank accounts and ensure adequate cash reserves for operational needs
• Serve as the primary liaison for all vendors, negotiating cost-effective and values-aligned alternatives
• Prepare and monitor annual budget figures for operating expenses
• Generate quarterly financial and cash flow reports for the Board of Directors
• Reconcile monthly activity and produce financial statements, working closely with other operational stakeholders
• Design scalable bookkeeping and financial processes to support a rapidly growing organization
• Maintain organized, up-to-date, and accessible financial files
• Collaborate with operations and data teams to build cross-functional efficiency and ensure data accuracy

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in high-growth startups or early-stage organizations
• Proven ability to design and implement scalable financial processes
• Highly self-motivated, comfortable working in a remote-first environment, and enthusiastic about tackling challenges head-on
• Operationally focused with a hands-on approach to problem-solving

Benefits

• Work-from-home
• Flexible PTO and working hours
• Tools for Success : We provide you with a company laptop and the resources needed to succeed and grow within your role