VP, Finance Corporate Development - San Mateo - BigHat

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    BigHat San Mateo

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    VP, Finance

    Department: Corporate Development & Operations

    Employment Type: Full Time

    Description

    The Role is to lead BigHat Biosciences' financial strategy and operations in a rapidly growing environment. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in biotech finance, accounting, and reporting, coupled with a strong track record of success in high-growth organizations.
    In this leadership role, the VP of Finance will oversee all aspects of financial reporting, forecasting, and accounting operations. The responsibilities include driving financial strategy, analyzing key financial data, and delivering actionable insights to support decision-making. In working directly with senior leadership, the VP of Finance will play an integral role in ensuring the company's operations align with our ambitious goals and growth trajectory.

    *At BigHat we believe in titles that are commensurate with skill set, relative organizational impact, and value contribution. Candidates across the spectrum of experience are encouraged to apply.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Lead BigHat's Finance function, driving budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning to ensure alignment with the Company's strategic objectives
    • Work closely with founders and the executive team, serving as a key representative of the Finance department to internal stakeholders and to the Board of Directors
    • Oversee all accounting operations, including payables, receivables, payroll, and tax preparation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards
    • Evaluate, enhance, and implement tracking systems for revenue, expenses, and financial metrics, while establishing and maintaining robust policies, internal controls, and accounting procedures
    • Lead the annual budgeting process, providing clear guidance, accountability, and insights to align financial plans with operational and strategic goals
    • Develop, oversee, and manage the Company's investment strategy to optimize resources and support long-term growth
    • Ensure compliance with all reporting requirements by preparing and managing timely and accurate annual, quarterly, and monthly reports
    • Support fundraising initiatives, corporate transactions, and audit processes, serving as a key financial representative during due diligence and negotiations
    • Partner with People Ops and Talent around compensation structure and execution

    Skills Knowledge and Expertise

    • Proven work experience as a VP, Finance or equivalent
    • In-depth knowledge of financial benchmarking, accounting, audit and tax compliance and other regulatory matters
    • Possesses critical knowledge of federal and state tax laws as well as basic accounting issues
    • CPA preferred
    • Bachelor's degree required (finance/accounting, business, science, engineering)
    • 10+ years minimum of relevant work experience, preferably in one of the following areas: VP, Finance for biotechnology companies, management consulting, investment banking, or corporate development/operations roles within the biopharma industry
    • Expert in Excel, PowerPoint, and GoogleSuite; able to perform data analysis via Excel/Google Sheets to inform business & financial decision making
    • Proven track record of success facilitating progressive organizational change and development within a growing organization
    • Collaborative working style and demonstrated ability to build strong cross-functional relationships
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
    • Ability to identify and solve operational gaps & inefficiencies
    • Self-starter who enjoys working in a fast-paced and innovative high-growth environment
    • Inquisitive nature, strong attention to detail, diligence, and a great attitude
    • Results-oriented and able to roll up their sleeves to accomplish any task
    • Consistently delivers on commitments in a timely manner


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