Vice President of Finance in Seattle, WA

Vice President of Finance Job Description

This role requires advanced strategic planning, negotiation, communication and management skills. Individuals assuming vice president of finance positions generally have at least 10 years of experience in accounting, finance or treasury. Public accounting experience is highly valued. Many companies prefer candidates with a master’s degree in finance or business administration and/or a professional certification such as a CPA.

Typical vice president of finance duties:

Ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations

Establishing and maintaining sound relationships with financial institutions, including commercial and investment banks

Making recommendations to optimize investments of financial capital

Coordinating and managing the annual budget process

Conducting forecasting and planning activities and completing ad hoc projects

Communicating the company’s actual performance versus budgets and objectives to senior management; recommending growth strategies, as well as identifying areas for improvement

Collaborating with leaders of other departments to prepare for critical business opportunities

Hiring, training and retaining finance staff

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ERP Solutions

ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning

Microsoft Excel

SAP S/4HANA

QuickBooks

Finance

Accounting Functions

Perform Ad Hoc Financial

Budget Processes

Reporting

Salary for Vice President of Finance in Seattle, WA

185438 - 317985

25th percentile

185438

New to the role, with little or no experience; requires more than casual instruction or supervision to perform day-to-day duties

50th percentile

262838

Has the experience to consistently perform core responsibilities without direct supervision; very comfortable with processes and subject matter associated with the role

75th percentile

317985

Value to the organization goes far beyond the ability to perform normal job duties; has rare qualifications that enable consistent contribution in unique ways; ready for next career level when available

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