VP of Finance - Controls & FinOps

Hopper - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Senior

Remote - Chicago, IL

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

We are looking for a VP of Finance to lead the Finance Operations, Automation and Control team. Hopper is experiencing rapid growth, and we need a leader who will take ownership over a significant portion of the finance organization and prepare Hopper for public markets. You will represent Hopper and Finance at various levels, including board interactions, C-level decisions, and the Audit Committee. The primary focus will be on building a strong, tech-enabled Finance organization and superior internal operations & controls, leveraging technology to drive efficiency and innovation in finance operations and automation. You'll also have the flexibility to expand your scope in areas you wish to grow or where you have distinct expertise.

Responsibilities

• Drive Finance Operations and Automation: Lead and innovate within the Finance Operations and Automation teams to develop and implement cutting-edge finance technologies.
• Champion Technology Adoption: Identify and implement new financial software and tools, positioning Hopper's finance team at the forefront of industry advancements.
• Control Organization Leadership: Oversee the company's tax and treasury functions to support rapid business growth.
• IPO Readiness and Execution: Lead the company's IPO readiness process, defining resource requirements, building a roadmap, and implementing all necessary changes.
• Financial Reporting and Investor Relations: Own the financial reporting cadence, ensuring accuracy, rigor, and compelling storytelling for stakeholders.
• Team Leadership: Lead and grow a high-performing, tech-enabled finance organization of 25+ team members.

Requirements

• Extensive Financial Leadership Experience: At least 10+ years in finance leadership roles, preferably including time at high-growth companies.
• Public Company Experience: Direct involvement in IPOs, SOX compliance, and SEC reporting, with experience interacting with Audit Committees and external auditors.
• Collaborative Leadership: Comfortable interacting with diverse stakeholders, including board members, C-level executives, and cross-functional teams.
• Team Builder: Proven ability to build, lead, and mentor high-performing finance and operations teams in a fast-paced, scaling environment.
• Finance Automation & Operations: Strong track record of leveraging technology and automation to streamline finance operations and controls, preferably with experience in ERP implementations or system optimizations.
• Controls and Compliance: Deep expertise in establishing and maintaining internal controls, risk management practices, and audit readiness.
• Strategic Mindset: Adept at combining data-driven insights with strategic thinking to influence key decisions.

Benefits

• Well-funded and proven startup with large ambitions, competitive salary and the upsides of pre-IPO equity packages.
• Unlimited PTO.
• Carrot Cash travel stipend.
• Access to co-working space on demand through FlexDesk AND Work-from-home stipend.
• Very generous parental leave, much above industry standards.
• Entrepreneurial culture where pushing limits and taking risks is everyday business.
• Open communication with management and company leadership.
• Small, dynamic teams = massive impact.
• 100% employer paid Medical, Dental and Vision coverage for employees.
• Access to Disability & Life insurance.
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).
• DCA/ FSA and access to 401k plan.