VP of Finance

Sigma360; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Company stock options

Job summary

Sigma360, a leading AI-driven risk intelligence platform, seeks a Vice President of Finance to own FP&A, financial reporting, and strategic financial initiatives. This is a full-time remote role in the United States, reporting to the executive team and partnering with business units to drive growth and efficiency.

You will oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning, develop KPIs, manage audits, and guide capital allocation and pricing strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive finance experience with at least 2 years in leadership roles.
• Deep expertise in FP&A, financial reporting and strategic finance.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting principles and financial regulations.
• Proven track record of driving business results through financial insights.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills with ability to influence at all levels.
• Demonstrated leadership experience building and developing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.
• Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to executive leadership.
• Develop and monitor KPIs and financial metrics.
• Conduct variance analysis and present actionable insights to drive business performance.
• Partner with business unit leaders to support data-driven decision making.
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in compliance with GAAP/IFRS standards.
• Manage relationships with external auditors and coordinate annual audits.
• Develop and maintain internal controls and financial policies.
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency.
• Partner with executive team on strategic initiatives, M&A opportunities, and capital allocation decisions.
• Evaluate business cases for new investments, products, or market expansion.
• Transform our product pricing model into one that is more strategic and data-driven.
• Support fundraising activities and investor relations as needed.
• Assess financial risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Lead special projects and cross-functional initiatives.

Skills

FP&A expertise

Financial reporting

Strategic finance

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Financial modeling

Job description

Company Description

Sigma360 is a leading AI-driven risk intelligence platform empowering global organizations to combat financial crime and improve counterparty risk decision-making. Leveraging access to thousands of real-time, up-to-date data sources, Sigma360 has built one of the world's largest risk analysis databases, organizing data on over 1 billion companies and individuals. Our proprietary intelligence and comprehensive solutions modernize compliance workflows, enhance risk detection, and provide unparalleled insights. Focused on transparency and efficiency, Sigma360 offers solutions such as AML screening, customer due diligence, and country risk ratings, all designed to improve operational performance by 30-40%.

We are in the midst of a key growth phase, have just raised our Series B and are looking for an exceptional finance leader to drive financial analysis, reporting and strategy now, and in the future.

Role Description

This is a full-time remote position for a Vice President of Finance. The VP of Finance will be responsible for the financial planning and analysis functions, preparing financial statements, developing strategic financial initiatives, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The role also includes providing insights through financial data analysis, leading financial reporting processes, and strategically advising on investment decisions to support the company's growth and long-term objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes
• Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to executive leadership
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics
• Conduct variance analysis and present actionable insights to drive business performance
• Partner with business unit leaders to support data-driven decision making

Financial Operations & Reporting

• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in compliance with GAAP/IFRS standards
• Manage relationships with external auditors and coordinate annual audits
• Develop and maintain internal controls and financial policies
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency

Strategic Leadership

• Partner with executive team on strategic initiatives, M&A opportunities, and capital allocation decisions
• Evaluate business cases for new investments, products, or market expansion
• Transform our product pricing model into one that is more strategic and data-driven
• Support fundraising activities and investor relations as needed
• Assess financial risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Lead special projects and cross-functional initiatives

Team Leadership & Development

• Develop a high-performing finance team when the company reaches new milestones
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and collaboration
• Develop team capabilities through coaching, training, and professional development

Treasury & Risk Management

• Oversee cash management, working capital optimization, and liquidity planning
• Manage banking relationships and credit facilities
• Monitor foreign exchange exposure and hedging strategies (if applicable)
• Ensure appropriate insurance coverage and risk management protocols

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
• 8+ years of progressive finance experience with at least 2 years in leadership roles
• Deep expertise in financial planning & analysis, financial reporting and strategic finance
• Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting principles and financial regulations
• Proven track record of driving business results through financial insights
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills with ability to influence at all levels
• Demonstrated leadership experience building and developing teams

Preferred

• MBA, CPA or CFA
• Experience in the Fintech, Compliance, Financial Crime industries
• Track record working in high-growth organizations
• Experience with M&A transactions and integration
• Familiarity with SaaS metrics and business models
• Experience working with venture capital backed companies
• Big 4 public accounting or investment banking background

Compensation

• $150k - $200k base salary
• Annual performance bonus
• Company options (0.05% - 0.20%)