VP of Finance & Accounting (Hybrid)

Incendia Partners; Fairfield (CT); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Incendia Partners is seeking a Vice President of Finance & Accounting for a dynamic SaaS company experiencing growth and gearing for acquisition. The successful candidate will manage financial operations, oversee the finance team, and drive strategic planning while ensuring compliance. A strong finance leader with SaaS experience will thrive in this impactful role, working closely with the board and executive team to shape financial strategy during a pivotal transition.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits with 50% premium covered

401(k) retirement plan with profit-sharing

Generous paid time off

Continuing education and professional development opportunities

Flexible hybrid work environment with onsite parking

Qualifications

• 7+ years in finance and accounting, including 3 years in leadership.
• Experience in financial aspects of acquisitions.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Lead the transition from QuickBooks Desktop to Online.
• Manage accounting functions ensuring compliance with US GAAP.

Skills

Financial Leadership

Strategic Planning

Accounting Compliance

SaaS Expertise

Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Team Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Tools

QuickBooks

HubSpot

Job description

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Job Title: Vice President of Finance & Accounting

Location: Fairfield, CT (Hybrid, with 3 days onsite per week; must be within commuting range of Fairfield/New Haven County)

Compensation: Base salary $150,000 - $200,000, plus performance-based bonus. Will consider candidates that exceed budget.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision) with 50% of healthcare premiums covered by the company
• 401(k) retirement plan with profit-sharing
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Flexible hybrid work environment with onsite parking
  
  

Company Overview: Our client is a dynamic, rapidly growing Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) company based in Fairfield, CT, with a 25-year legacy of pioneering video and audio content capture and indexing. As a leader in a multi-billion-dollar industry, the company enables clients to make TV and audio content fully searchable through a subscription-based platform or API. Employing a dedicated team of 35, our client manages an extensive infrastructure, including 800 physical servers, 10 on-premises clusters, and a robust global cloud presence leveraging AWS and Azure. As they scale their AI-driven operations and expand on-premises capabilities, including a first-generation inference server, the company remains at the forefront of high-performance data retrieval and information processing. With aspirations for a potential acquisition within the next six months, our client is poised for significant growth and transformation.

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a strategic and hands-on Vice President of Finance & Accounting to join their leadership team during a pivotal period of growth and potential acquisition. Reporting to the CEO, the VP of Finance & Accounting will oversee all financial operations, drive system modernization, and play a critical role in shaping the company’s financial strategy. The successful candidate will work closely with the outgoing Finance Director, who has served for over 15 years, during a structured hand-off period through August 2025 (current VP of Finance & Accounting may continue working part-time thereafter if needed). This role is ideal for a tech-savvy finance leader with experience supporting acquisitions, eager to make a significant impact in a dynamic, smaller organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Leadership & Strategy: Oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and cash flow management, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic goals. Provide insights to support growth and potential acquisition-related activities.
• Accounting & Compliance: Manage accounting functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with US GAAP standards. Leverage experience in acquisition-related financial integration to prepare for a potential acquisition in six months.
• Banking & Founder Support: Manage complex banking relationships, including those tied to the company’s founders, ensuring seamless financial operations.
• Systems Modernization: Lead the transition from QuickBooks Desktop to QuickBooks Online, integrating with HubSpot to streamline processes. Implement and optimize a credit card payment system to enhance efficiency.
• SaaS Expertise: Apply knowledge of SaaS business models to drive financial performance, focusing on metrics like ARR, MRR, and churn, with an eye toward acquisition readiness.
• HR & Benefits Administration: Oversee HR functions, including administration of the 401(k) and pension fund programs, ensuring compliance and employee satisfaction.
• Team Management: Supervise two part-time staff members handling invoicing and related tasks, making strategic decisions about their roles (noting their preference to remain part-time).
• Commission Automation: Simplify and automate commission calculations to improve efficiency and accuracy for the sales team.
• Acquisition Support: Leverage prior experience supporting acquisitions to guide financial due diligence, integration, and post-acquisition financial strategy, preparing the company for a potential acquisition.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is a nice to have, but is NOT required.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, with at least 3 years in a leadership role, ideally within a SaaS or technology-driven company.
• Proven experience supporting financial aspects of acquisitions, including due diligence, integration, or post-acquisition financial management.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and expertise in financial reporting for SaaS companies.
• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks (Desktop and Online) and CRM integration (e.g., HubSpot). Familiarity with credit card payment systems is a plus.
• Tech-savvy with a track record of implementing automation and process improvements.
• Experience managing complex banking relationships, ideally with founder-related accounts.
• Familiarity with HR functions, including 401(k) and pension fund administration.
• Exceptional analytical, strategic, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, small-company environment.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with a collaborative mindset and a desire to make a meaningful impact.
• Ability to work onsite in Fairfield, CT, 3 days per week; candidates must reside within commuting distance of Fairfield/New Haven County.
  
  

Why Apply? This is an exceptional opportunity to join a trailblazing SaaS company at a transformative moment, with the potential for a significant acquisition on the horizon. As the VP of Finance & Accounting, the successful candidate will shape the financial future of an industry leader, collaborate with a seasoned Finance Director during a structured transition, and drive impactful change in a collaborative, innovative environment. For finance leaders passionate about SaaS, acquisitions, and making a difference in a smaller organization, this role offers unparalleled growth and impact.

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