Vice President of Finance - California, United States - Soaring

Description

Vice President of Finance

Job Posting

Soaring Technologies

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Department: Finance

Reports to: CEO

FLSA Status: Exempt, Full-Time

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Soaring is a startup drone company spun out of Caltech, utilizing advanced technology to set new standards for heavy-Lift Drones with Precision Delivery. Join us to help cultivate exciting technologies customers will use to revolutionize their operations.

ABOUT THE JOB:

As the Vice President of Finance, you will be a key member of the executive team, reporting directly to the CEO. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial management, including financial planning and analysis, accounting, treasury, budgeting, and risk management. Your strategic insights and leadership will play a critical role in guiding the company's financial decisions and driving sustainable growth.

REQUIREMENTS:

● Preferred: Strong leadership skills and independent learner

● Language Skills: English

● Other: High energy level required

● Proven track record of leadership in finance, with at least 12 years of experience in progressively responsible

roles.

● Strong analytical skills and strategic mindset, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and

communicate insights effectively.

● Demonstrated proficiency in financial planning and analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.

● In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and reporting standards.

● Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the

organization.

● Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and

professional growth.

● Strategic thinker with a results-oriented mindset and a commitment to driving value creation for the company.

● Experience in aerospace is a plus.

Note: This job description is intended to provide an overview of the requirements of the position. As such, it is not all-inclusive, and the job may require other essential and/or non-essential functions, duties, or responsibilities not listed herein.

Key RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Develop and implement financial strategies to support the company's long-term goals and objectives.

2. Provide leadership and direction to a part time Accounts Payable, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation,

and accountability.

3. Manage the financial planning and analysis process, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.

4. Oversee financial reporting and compliance with regulatory requirements, ensuring accuracy and transparency in

all financial statements.

5. Optimize capital structure and manage cash flow to support ongoing operations and strategic initiatives.

6. Evaluate and manage financial risks, identifying potential threats and opportunities to the business.

7. Drive process improvements and efficiency initiatives within the finance function to enhance productivity and

effectiveness.

8. Collaborate with other departments, including manufacturing, sales and operations to align financial strategies

with overall business objectives.

9. Stay abreast of industry trends, market dynamics, and regulatory changes that may impact the company's

financial performance.

10. Provide strategic financial guidance and support to the CEO and board of directors, contributing to informed

decision-making and effective governance.

At Soaring we strongly believe that diversity drives innovation. We have created a multi-disciplinary environment that embraces the power of diverse perspectives to create solutions for complex problems. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture.

As such, we do not make hiring or other employment related decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, age, religion, disability status, sexual orientation, marital status, medical conditions, genetic information or characteristics, veteran, military or family status, or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws.