VP Finance

~ Join us on the journey to get to net zero. ~

At Carbon Direct, we dedicate our scientific, software, and business expertise to empower organizations around the world to take climate action.

Our mission is to enable organizations to reduce, remove, and utilize their emissions with carbon science. We are a purpose-driven carbon management firm dedicated to helping organizations around the world reach their climate goals. We make carbon science accessible and actionable with our end-to-end platform.

Global citizens with global impact

Whether a scientist, developer, or carbon markets expert, we are united by our mission to take climate action now. We are experts in our fields and we act with confidence. Located across 4 countries and 10+ states in the U.S., we offer both remote-friendly work options and dynamic, in-person experiences with offices located in Seattle, WA and Oakland, CA.

Diverse backgrounds bring diverse perspectives

We recognize that teams with diverse backgrounds and different experiences are powerful. Bringing together a variety of perspectives only enhances how we can effectively address the climate crisis. Together, we are creating an environment where everyone is celebrated and anyone can succeed.

Job Description 

We are looking for VP Finance to build and lead the finance & accounting function at Carbon Direct. This role includes financial planning, reporting and analysis, cash flow management, budgeting and forecasting, capital fundraising, and providing strategic financial input and leadership on decision-making issues affecting the organization. The VP Finance will report directly to the CEO and serve as an integral member of the leadership team. Although a background in climate work is a plus but not a prerequisite, a passion for solving climate problems is a must.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Financial Planning: Develop financial and tax strategies. Assess the financial efficacy of programmatic operations and establish finance and administrative systems to support operations.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Direct the preparation of all financial reports. Analyze and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner. Communicate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements; monitor progress and changes, and keep the senior leadership team abreast of the organization’s financial status.
• Accounting: Establish and document accounting policies, controls, procedures, and back-up documentation. Streamline and drive accounting operational efficiencies to reduce close time and ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
• Cash Management & Forecasting: Manage the company’s cash flow and forecasting. Develop a reliable cash flow projection process and reporting mechanism that includes a minimum cash threshold to meet operating needs.
• Compliance: support compliance  with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
• Budgeting: Coordinate the development and monitoring of budgets. Implement a robust financial management/reporting system; ensure that the budget is adhered to.
• Investment Management: Understand and mitigate key elements of the company's risk profile. Construct and monitor reliable control systems.
• Leadership: Participate in key decisions as a member of the executive management team. Maintain in-depth relations with all members of the management team.
• Team building: Foster a culture within the Finance function that is responsive to the needs of the business; ensure financial, analytical, planning and operational excellence

Qualifications

• Experienced professional with proven managerial track record leading accounting and finance functions, preferably with experience building an FP&A function. 
• Experience with private-equity backed companies and fundraising preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate and manage well at all levels of the organization.
• Strong problem-solving and creative skills, and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses.
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.
• Experience partnering with an executive team, and a high level of written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software, preferably QuickBooks
• Strong Excel skills. 
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field. A Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent is advantageous, but not required.

Compensation

Salary is $220,000 - $280,000 a year. This reflects the base pay range for this role. We offer a competitive total rewards package including equity and competitive benefits.

Note: for this role, we have a strong preference for candidates based in or around New York City.

Benefits:

• While we love our work, our lives aren’t defined by it. At Carbon Direct, we offer a robust benefits package that considers the whole person, their partners, and their families – and we’re always looking to improve.
  • Our U.S. benefits* include:
    • Comprehensive nationwide medical, dental, and vision coverage. See a preview of our coverage here.
    • Time off as needed: Flexible vacation policy and ten company-wide holidays, plus annual winter break between Christmas and New Year's
    • 16 weeks of fully paid parental and family leave with no tenure requirement
    • Remote-friendly work culture with annual company-wide retreats
    • Reimbursement for your work-from-home setup and monthly work-from-home stipend

Please note: The benefits described apply to U.S.-based employees only. For our international employees, our benefits package varies by each country and its statutory requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Carbon Direct is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. We adhere rigorously to our equal employment opportunity policies in connection with all employment decisions, including hiring, compensation and promotion.