VP Finance and Accounting

Solomon Page; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Bonus potential

Job summary

Solomon Page is seeking a hands-on Vice President of Finance & Accounting for a high-growth, PE-backed wealth management organization. Location: Birmingham, AL preferred; remote options with travel to Birmingham 6–8 days/month.

Responsibilities include leading accounting operations, GAAP policy enforcement, budget/forecasting, and partnering with executives on M&A and capital planning. Travel required; equity and bonus opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• CPA required; MBA and/or CFA is a plus.
• 10–15 years of progressive experience in accounting, controllership, and FP&A.
• Experience in a high-growth, private equity-backed environment.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience with financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Experience supporting M&A and equity administration.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting operations: GL, AP, AR, reconciliations, close process.
• Strengthen accounting policies, controls, and audit readiness.
• Develop the accounting team through coaching and mentorship.
• Own financial model, budget, rolling forecasts, and long-range planning.
• Partner with leaders on budgets and monthly variance reviews.
• Provide financial analysis to CFO for strategic decisions.
• Collaborate on M&A, financings, restructurings, and complex transactions.
• Oversee tax filings and equity cap table administration.
• Drive process improvements through automation and AI.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial modeling

Budgeting & forecasting

M&A experience

Leadership

ERP/FP&A systems

Advanced Excel

Strategic analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics

CPA

MBA and/or CFA a plus

Tools

ERP/FP&A software

Job description

We’re recruiting a Vice President of Finance & Accounting for a high-growth, PE-backed wealth management organization seeking a hands-on finance leader.

• Location: Birmingham, Alabama preferred. Remote; Atlanta, GA, Nashville, TN, or Southeast candidates considered with travel
• Travel: Approximately 6–8 days per month to Birmingham, AL
• Salary: $160k-$190k + bonus & equity

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting operations, including general ledger, AP, AR, reconciliations, financial reporting, and the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process.
• Ensure consistent application of GAAP while strengthening accounting policies, controls, documentation, and audit readiness.
• Lead and develop the accounting team through hands-on coaching, clear expectations, and ongoing mentorship.
• Own the company’s financial model, annual budget, rolling forecasts, scenario analysis, and long-range planning.
• Partner with business leaders on budgets, operating plans, and monthly budget-to-actual and variance reviews.
• Provide the CFO and executive leadership team with financial analysis and reporting to support business decisions and resource allocation.
• Partner with the CFO and corporate development team on M&A, financings, investments, restructurings, and other complex transactions.
• Review the accounting and financial impact of transaction documents and coordinate with legal counsel and external advisors on technical accounting matters.
• Support partnership tax compliance and planning, including tax filings, estimates, and coordination with external advisors.
• Oversee the accuracy of equity records and cap table administration.
• Identify opportunities to improve finance processes through automation, AI, and other technology.
• Collaborate closely with Billing & Revenue Operations and the broader finance organization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• 10–15 years of progressive experience across accounting, controllership, and FP&A, including senior-level ownership.
• Experience in a high-growth, private equity-backed environment.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and the full accounting cycle.
• Proven experience with financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Experience supporting M&A, technical accounting, partnership tax, equity administration, or other complex transactions.
• Experience building, leading, and developing high-performing finance and accounting teams.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Strong technology skills, including experience with ERP/FP&A systems and automation tools.
• Hands-on, collaborative leadership style with the ability to move between strategic planning and detailed execution.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and people leadership skills.
• CPA required; MBA and/or CFA a plus.
• Financial services or wealth management experience preferred.

The Solomon Page Distinction

Our teams, comprised of subject matter experts, develop an interest in your preferences and goals and we act as an advisor for your career advancement. Solomon Page has an extensive network of established clients which allows us to present opportunities that are well-suited to your respective goals and needs – this specialized approach sets us apart in the industries we serve.

About Solomon Page

Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, and LinkedIn.

Opportunity Awaits.