Vice President of Finance

Job Title: Vice President of Finance

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Location: Sullivan, IL (Onsite)
Department: Finance

Compensation: Negotiable, based on experience

Job Summary:

The Vice President (VP) of Finance will lead the financial strategy and operations of the company, ensuring fiscal responsibility and sustainable growth. This executive will be a key member of the leadership team, responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial planning, reporting, budgeting, compliance, and capital strategy. The VP of Finance will play a critical role in scaling the ISP's infrastructure and operations profitably and efficiently, navigating the complexities of the telecom industry.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Financial Leadership

• Develop and implement the company’s long-term financial strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Provide strategic recommendations to the CEO and executive team based on financial analysis and projections.
• Support business expansion plans including new service rollouts, infrastructure investments, and M&A activity.

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.
• Analyze operational performance and market trends to identify growth opportunities and cost optimization.
• Oversee revenue assurance, pricing models, and margin analysis for internet/data services.

Accounting & Reporting

• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP or IFRS.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Prepare and present financial reports and dashboards to the board of directors and investors.

Cash Flow & Capital Management

• Manage cash flow, working capital, and capital expenditure planning.
• Optimize funding structures, credit lines, and banking relationships.
• Drive capital planning for fiber, tower, and wireless infrastructure builds.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure regulatory compliance, including telecom sector requirements (FCC, CRTC, etc. as applicable).
• Oversee audits, tax filings, and internal controls.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks, including cost fluctuations and technology investments.

Team Leadership & Development

• Build, mentor, and lead the finance and accounting teams.
• Foster a high-performance culture aligned with company values and goals.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA or CPA strongly preferred).
• 10 years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 5 in a leadership role.
• Experience in telecom, ISP, or a similarly capital-intensive and regulated industry is required.
• Strong understanding of revenue recognition in subscription-based or service-based models.
• Deep knowledge of financial systems, modeling tools, and ERPs (e.g., NetSuite, Oracle, SAP).
• Proven success managing funding, investor relations, or M&A activities.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with fiber optic and/or wireless network deployment financing
• Familiarity with telecom regulatory frameworks and cost models (e.g., USF, CAF, etc.)
• Prior involvement in raising capital or managing investor/stakeholder relations

Benefits

• Small business culture
• Working for a growing and respected firm
• Healthcare Benefits
• 401k Match Program
• Paid Holidays Off
• Free service

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $180,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $180,000