Chief Finance Officer at Virtual Company

La Jolla, CA 92037

About the Job

Vaco Overview: Vaco provides expert consulting, permanent placement, executive search, and strategic staffing for companies around the world, in the areas of accounting, finance, operations, administration and more. As a premier talent solutions firm, Vaco connects people to their dream jobs and helps leading companies find talent to grow their business.
About the Company: Medical device company focused on developing and commercializing breakthrough products for the treatment of cardiology illness

Location: North County, San Diego – Hybrid (Position will require travel)

Title: Chief Finance Officer (CFO)

Salary: $275-400k + Bonus + Equity

Job Description: We seek a CFO, critical for driving our medical device client’s next growth phase, including capital raising, IPO preparation, and strategic financial planning. This individual will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of the company.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Financial Leadership: Develop and execute a comprehensive financial strategy that aligns with our company’s growth objectives.
Capital Raising and Investment Management: Lead efforts to secure additional funding and manage investments, ensuring optimal financial health and sustainability.
IPO Preparation: Spearhead the preparation process for a potential Initial Public Offering (IPO), including regulatory compliance, financial structuring, and market positioning.
Business Growth Planning: Work closely with executive leadership to identify and implement growth strategies, mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate development opportunities.
Financial Analysis and Reporting: Oversee financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting to support informed decision-making and strategic planning.
Team Leadership and Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain strong relationships with investors, board members, and other key stakeholders, effectively communicating financial status and strategies.

Qualifications:

10-15 years of finance strategy experience in medical device industry
Proven track record in strategic financial planning, capital raising, and IPO preparation.
Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage and develop teams.
Exceptional analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging with stakeholders at all levels.

Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

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