Vice President, Finance
4 weeks ago
The VP, Finance & Accounting is a pivotal role that combines strategic oversight with a willingness to engage deeply with the details. This position is accountable for all finance and accounting operations, and will guide financial strategy to improve company performance and support growth initiatives. The VP directs a team of five, including a Controller. Responsibilities encompass financial planning and analysis, month-end close processes, treasury management, risk control measures, and collaborative interactions with other organizational leaders. Additionally, this role manages outsourced IT services and maintains external partnerships with audit, tax, banking, and insurance service providers. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a culture focused on growth, where effective communication and strong relationship-building skills are essential.
ABOUT US: We move people. We help them get to work, school, or play. From A to B, and everything in between. By shuttle, bus, charter or valet, we find creative ways to move people, business, and communities forward.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
· Lead, manage, and hold the Accounting, FP&A/Pricing, and Technology teams accountable to delivering results and executing against Company, team and individual priorities. Accounting Team is comprised of Controller, AP Specialist, and Staff Accountant (outsourced). FP&A Team is comprised of Senior Business Analyst and Business Analyst. Technology is entirely outsourced through our 3rd party partner.
· Work together across the Leadership Team and the whole company in pursuit of the shared vision and agreed upon path. Hold each other accountable on the small stuff and the big stuff.
· Accounting and financial reporting - ensure accurate and timely visibility into financial performance.
· Treasury & cash management - Work to maximize the Company's cash flows & ensure that the Company has sufficient cash on hand & access to capital to execute the Company's long term plans.
· Financial Planning & Analysis – partner with Business Analyst to create long-term, forward-looking visibility into the financial implications of the Company's strategic plan to ensure alignment to direction & resource needs to deliver on plan. Analyze performance against expectations. Allow for data-driven decision making.
· Manage external financial relationships (banking, auditors, tax, investors).
· Collaborate cross-functionally to assess the business's capital expenditure requirements, and actively engage with lenders to secure competitive financing terms.
· Manage & mitigate risk - work with other leaders across the organization to understand areas of risk & exposure, creating plans to address or mitigate those areas identified.
· Lead the strategic management of the company's insurance coverage and policies, evaluating coverage needs, negotiating contracts, and optimizing insurance costs.
KEY POSITION COMPETENCIES:
· Demonstrate Servant Leadership: Excel in leading through influence, fostering a culture where teamwork and service are paramount.
· High Emotional Intelligence: Adapt quickly and maintain self-awareness to effectively manage relationships and challenges.
· Exceptional Communication Skills: Expert in delivering clear and direct communication.
· Data Analysis Expertise: Skillfully analyze data with precision and accurately interpret trends.
· Entrepreneurial Spirit: Encourage innovation and initiative, inspiring others to achieve great outcomes.
· Strong Organizational and Problem-Solving Abilities: Exhibit well-developed organizational skills alongside robust problem-solving capabilities.
· Advanced Writing and Documentation Skills: Demonstrate superior writing and documentation abilities.
· Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work effectively across various departments, representing the Finance team as needed.
· Committed Team Player: Display dedication, agility, responsiveness, and kindness, consistently going above and beyond.
· Adaptability in Ambiguous Situations: Thrive in environments with uncertainty, leveraging flexibility to navigate and succeed.
· Comfortable with Change: See change as an opportunity for continuous improvement; lean into adopting fast changing technologies to improve efficiency and business practices.
Requirements
· Bachelors degree in Finance or Accounting
· CPA a plus
· Proven track record of managing finance teams
· 10+ years experience in finance with 3+ years experiene managing finance teams
· Familiarity with transportation or service industries a plus
· Experience with ERP systems implementation a plus
Benefits
Salary Range $180-$250k DOE
This role is full-time in office in Seattle, WA (SODO area). *Onsite parking provided.
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401k w/ Matching, PTO and Paid Holidays.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging: At TransWest, we pride ourselves on building a diverse workforce and collaborative spaces where people of different lived experiences, backgrounds, abilities, and identities can thrive. Everyone on the team at TransWest emphasizes and practices our core values every day that are based on continued growth, reliability, safety, caring for our work, clients, and each other. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is an evolving area where we will continue to listen and learn from our team members, business partners, community partners, and thought leaders to optimize our impact.
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