VP of Finance

Kooth plc

. Lead the preparation and presentation of accurate, timely financial reports, including monthly management accounts and board pack .

Posted 10/17/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesLead💰 $175,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial reporting, compliance with US GAAP and IFRS, and strategic financial planning. Proven ability to lead finance teams, manage cross-border operations, and provide actionable insights for executive decision-making.

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Financial ReportingRegulatory ComplianceFinancial Planning And Analysis (FP&A)Leadership And People ManagementStrategic Business Partnering

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Hard Skills

Financial ControllershipAccountingTaxationFinancial ModelingBudgetingForecastingCash ManagementIntercompany TransactionsMulti-Currency ConsolidationsPublic Sector Financial Audits

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationStakeholder ManagementIntegritySound JudgmentProfessionalism

Tools & Technologies

Financial SoftwareEnterprise Resource Planning (ERP) SystemsAI In Financial ProcessesFinancial Systems Integrations

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree In FinanceCPA Qualification

Industry Keywords

Public Company GovernanceRisk ManagementHealthcareProfessional ServicesGovernment Contract Pricing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the preparation and presentation of accurate, timely financial reports, including monthly management accounts and board pack
Ensure compliance with regulatory, tax, and accounting standards, as well as internal financial policies and procedures
Provide high-level financial insights and recommendations to guide major business decisions
Oversee financial forecasting, budgeting, and analysis to drive organizational effectiveness
Partner with senior leaders to ensure revenue and profitability targets are achieved
Lead financial pricing and commercial structuring for private and public sector RFPs, with executive accountability for contract compliance and public sector audits
Support the annual report process and audits, working with external auditors and tax advisors
Support group-level financial reporting by converting US GAAP/statutory financials into IFRS for parent company reporting, consolidation, and audit compliance
Manage cross-border finance operations, intercompany agreements, transfer pricing, and foreign exchange exposure between US and UK entities
Engage with the UK Group CFO, external auditors, and executive leadership team
Oversee cash management, including cash flow, liquidity, and working capital
Lead and mentor the US finance team covering payroll, payables, billing, and cash; provide guidance and professional development
Automate financial reporting, streamline accounting processes, and improve financial systems integrations
Ensure accurate financial data management and reporting using financial systems best practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
CPA qualification preferred
10+ years of progressive finance experience, including at least 5 years in a senior finance leadership role
Strong background in financial controllership, accounting, taxation, regulatory compliance, and financial modeling
Strategic business partnering experience, with the executive presence and commercial acumen to influence senior leadership, constructively challenge assumptions, and drive informed business decisions
Strong knowledge of financial regulations, accounting principles, public company governance, risk management, and financial reporting standards
Experience with financial planning and analysis (FP&A), including budgeting, forecasting, and supporting commercial decision-making
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights
Proven leadership and people management experience, with the ability to motivate, develop, and lead high-performing finance teams
Proficiency in financial software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, with experience leveraging AI and financial technology to improve processes, reporting, and data analysis
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, balancing strategic leadership with hands-on financial oversight
High level of integrity, sound judgment, and professionalism
Experience in software, healthcare, or professional services environments preferred
Working knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS, including multi-currency consolidations, intercompany transactions, and financial reporting across international public company structures, preferred
Experience with public sector procurement, government contract pricing, complex invoicing requirements, state and federal reporting, and public sector financial audits highly desirable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee equity program
Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
401(K) Retirement Plan with company match
Generous Paid Time Off
Remote-first flexibility and work-from-home support
Paid parental leave
Learning & development opportunities
8 Paid Holidays, plus two half-day holidays (Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve)