VP of Finance

Questpro; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Talantir in Dallas, TX seeks a VP of Finance to lead budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and investor relations, advising the CEO on financial health and growth.

You will oversee accounting, cash flow, taxation, and strategic planning, delivering real-time reports and a scalable financial framework; strong leadership, regulatory expertise, and ERP experience are essential. This role combines daily operations with long-term strategy to drive value.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in finance, accounting, or business.
• Leadership, strategic thinking, and strong communication skills.
• Expertise in financial modeling, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Requires significant experience in senior financial management roles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Manage cash flow and taxation issues.
• Provide strategic financial advice to the CEO and board.
• Develop real-time business scorecards and reports for executive leadership.
• Identify opportunities and threats from financial data.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Modeling

Regulatory Compliance

ERP Systems

GAAP IFRS

Risk Management

Strategic Planning

Communication

Investor Relations

Education

Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting

MBA preferred

Tools

NetSuite

Oracle

SAP

Job description

The VP of Finance will lead all financial activities, from strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting to risk management and reporting, while also advising the CEO and executive team on financial health, growth, and investment opportunities, ensuring fiscal responsibility and driving business objectives.

Key duties include overseeing accounting, managing cash flow, setting financial goals, analyzing financial data, and supporting investor relations, balancing daily operations with long-term financial strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management: Overseeing all fiscal activities, including accounting, budgeting, forecastingfinancial performance, cash flow optimization, and treasury functions.

Financial Reporting & Compliance: Ensuring the accuracy of financial statements and maintaining strict compliance with regulations such as GAAP/IFRS, SEC filings, state insurance and tax laws.

Management Reporting: Develop and provide real-time business scorecards and reports. Provide recommendations to the executive team on opportunities and threats.

Risk Management: Implement frameworks, identify and mitigate financial, operational, and cybersecurity risks to protect the company's assets.

Stakeholder Relations: Supporting investors, board members, and financial institutions to communicate the company's financial health.

Technology & Innovation: Leading digital transformation initiatives, such as the adoption of AI-driven forecasting and advanced data analytics.

Leadership & Management: Manage finance and accounting partnerships, setting performance standards.

Strategic Guidance: Offer commercial insight, analyze financial strengths/weaknesses, and advise on investments, capital structure, and mergers/acquisitions.

Investor Relations: Support on investor communications and ensure partnership compliance.

Core Duties

Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

Manage cash flow, financial planning, and taxation issues.

Ensure accuracy of financial records and timely reporting.

Provide strategic financial advice to the CEO and board.

Analyze financial data to identify strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

Strong academic background in finance, accounting, or business.

Leadership, strategic thinking, and strong communication skills.

Expertise in financial modeling, risk management, and regulatory compliance.

Requires significant experience in senior financial management roles.

Typical Qualifications

Education: A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics is mandatory; an MBA or Master's in Finance is strongly preferred.

Certifications: Professional designations like CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CMA (Certified Management Accountant) is preferred.

Experience: Typically 5+ years of progressive finance experience

Essential Skills

Hard Skills: Financial modeling, scenario planning, advanced Excel proficiency, and experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, Oracle, SAP).

Soft Skills: High emotional intelligence, executive presence, persuasive communication, and the ability to mentor high-performing finance teams.

Location: Dallas, Texas