Chief Finance Officer

$275,000 - $400,000/Yr

Vaco - San Diego, CA

Full-time - Executive

San Diego, CA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

We seek a Chief Finance Officer (CFO) who will be 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. The CFO will develop and execute a comprehensive financial strategy that aligns with our company's growth objectives, ensuring that the financial health and sustainability of the organization are maintained. In addition to strategic financial leadership, the CFO will lead efforts to secure additional funding and manage investments. This includes spearheading the preparation process for a potential Initial Public Offering (IPO), which encompasses regulatory compliance, financial structuring, and market positioning. The CFO will work closely with executive leadership to identify and implement growth strategies, mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate development opportunities. The role also involves overseeing financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting to support informed decision-making and strategic planning. The CFO will lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration. Furthermore, maintaining strong relationships with investors, board members, and other key stakeholders is essential, as the CFO will be responsible for effectively communicating the financial status and strategies of the company.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• 10-15 years of finance strategy experience in the 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.

Benefits

• Salary range of $275,000 to $400,000 plus bonus and equity.