[Hiring] VP of Finance and Corporate Development @Trafilea

Role Description

The mission of the VP of Finance is to serve as a strategic financial leader, overseeing investor relations, banking partnerships, governance, and capital strategy. This role ensures sustainable growth, financial transparency, and investor confidence by aligning financial planning with corporate objectives. The VP of Finance will drive fundraising, optimize capital allocation, and modernize financial systems while maintaining strong governance and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Financial Leadership
  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modeling to guide executive decisions.
  • Develop KPIs connecting operational performance to financial outcomes (CAC, LTV, cash conversion cycle).
  • Evaluate ROI on marketing spend, product launches, and strategic initiatives.
• Fundraising & Capital Strategy
  • Lead equity, debt, and hybrid fundraising efforts, from investor sourcing to deal closure.
  • Optimize capital structure to minimize cost of capital while supporting flexibility and growth.
  • Drive M&A and strategic investments, ensuring due diligence and integration.
• Investor Relations
  • Build investor trust through roadshows, earnings calls, and transparent reporting.
  • Deliver compelling investor presentations, quarterly updates, and annual reports.
  • Serve as primary point of contact, proactively addressing risks and opportunities.
• Banking & Treasury Management
  • Manage global and U.S. banking relationships.
  • Oversee debt financing, credit facilities, and liquidity management.
  • Implement working capital optimization strategies and fraud prevention controls.
• Finance Process Modernization
  • Streamline and automate financial processes for scalability.
  • Integrate real-time financial systems and dashboards to support agile decisions.
  • Strengthen internal controls and risk management frameworks.
• Corporate Governance & Compliance
  • Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, tax regulations, and governance requirements.
  • Partner with Legal/Compliance to mitigate risks and uphold transparency.
  • Deliver board-level financial reports, forecasts, and insights.
• Global & E-Commerce Financial Expertise
  • Optimize cross-border tax strategies and ensure multi-jurisdiction compliance.
  • Improve payment processing economics and settlement efficiency.
  • Manage inventory financing, supplier terms, and receivables.
• Team Leadership & Development
  • Build and lead a high-performing finance team across FP&A, treasury, governance, and IR.
  • Mentor finance talent and foster a culture of accountability and integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business (MBA or CPA preferred).
• 10+ years in senior finance roles.
• Strong background in investor relations, banking, fundraising, and corporate governance.
• Deep understanding of U.S. financial regulations and governance frameworks.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and financial modeling skills.
• Proven leadership in cross-functional and investor-facing roles.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation abilities.
• Business-oriented, proactive, and resilient.
• Strong decision-maker with high integrity and attention to detail.
• Capable of balancing competing priorities under pressure.