Stax - VP, Finance

Stax - VP, Finance In order to use this site, it is necessary to enable JavaScript. Here are the instructions how to enable JavaScript in your web browser. All Jobs  >  VP, Finance Stax Apply VP, Finance Fully Remote • Remote Worker - N/A Type Full-time Description The VP, Finance is accountable for the execution and management of the company’s financial planning, analysis, and operational performance for our fast-growing payments business. In this high-impact role, you will translate the CFO’s financial vision into actionable plans, leading the FP&A function to provide deep visibility. You are responsible for the integrity of budgeting and forecasting, optimizing revenue streams, and developing the financial models necessary to support scalable growth. As a strategic partner to the executive team, you will drive the analytical rigor required to evaluate new market opportunities in a dynamic fintech environment.   Key Responsibilities  - Lead financial planning & analysis (FP&A), including budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning   - Partner with business leaders to drive revenue growth, pricing strategies, and cost optimization across payment products   - Work cross functionally within the company to develop and maintain financial models to evaluate new products, partnerships, and market opportunities   - Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness  - PE Reporting: Manage the “cadence” of private equity ownership, including monthly board decks and reporting on key PE metrics like Rule 40 and EBITDA adjustments.   - Prepare reporting and analysis for senior management, board of directors and bank partners   - Provide actionable insights on key performance metrics such as transaction volumes, take rates, interchange fees, and unit economics   - Unit Economic Deep-Dives: Beyond general reporting, driving a “culture of measurement” specifically around gross-to-net revenue bridges and merchant attrition impacts.   - Support strategic initiatives, including M&A and market expansion   - Implement and enhance financial systems and planning tools, including Anaplan, NetSuite or other AI tools and technologies  - Ensure compliance with regulatory and financial reporting standards relevant to the payments/fintech industry   - Exit Readiness: Prepare the finance function for potential liquidity events, such as a secondary sale, by ensuring robust documentation and data room readiness.  - Build and lead a high-performing finance team   Requirements - Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA or CPA a plus)   - 8–10 years of progressive finance experience, with a heavy emphasis on FP&A or strategic finance within the payments or fintech sectors.   - Deep technical mastery and understanding of the payments ecosystem (pricing, card network rules, acquiring, processing, gateways, interchange, settlement flows)   - Proven experience with financial planning tools such as Anaplan, NetSuite, HubSpot or similar technologies  - Experience operating within a private equity-backed environment, understanding the rigor of leveraged reporting strongly preferred  - Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills   - Experience partnering with senior leadership and influencing strategic decisions   - Strong knowledge of GAAP/IFRS and financial controls   - Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills   - Demonstrated ability to build and mentor high-performing teams  Preferred Skills  - Experience in high-growth fintech or payments environment  - Familiarity with data management and analytics tools  - Experience with automation and finance transformation initiatives  - Strong business acumen, curiosity and problem-solving skills with ability to translate data into strategic insights and actions What Success Looks Like  - Deliver accurate, insight-driven financial plans that support business growth   - Improve forecasting accuracy and financial visibility   - Drive measurable improvements in margins and operational efficiency   - Establish scalable financial processes and systems    Apply View All Jobs Powered by Payroll & HR Software