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Aptus Life Inc.

Chief Financial Officer

Aptus Life Inc., New York, New York, United States,


We need a leader who can guide the financial systems of a start-up revolutionary healthcare delivery system. We’re searching for an experienced chief financial officer (CFO) to join our team of high-performing professionals and keep our finances positioned for continued success. The CFO will have a day-to-day, ongoing impact on company operations, helping us to analyze, strategize, and grow our financial position. This seasoned strategist not only will understand current accounting practices and trends, but also will have experience raising capital and adapting to change. As a member of senior management, the CFO will be comfortable in a leadership role that requires clear and effective communication skills.Objectives of this roleTake responsibility (either directly or via staff) for all cash management, investments, insurance, budgeting, and financial reporting, and help drive the company’s financial strategy and hiring needsCoordinate development of annual operating, capital, and program budgets, as well as reporting for the sameEnsure cash flow is compatible with operations by overseeing day-to-day accounting, recording, reporting, and internal-control activities of the organizationDevelop and implement best practices and tools to ensure a well-controlled yet flexible organization that has strong fiscal management, project coordination, cross-team communications, and workflowsComply with national and local financial requirements by studying existing and new legislation and taking appropriate actionResponsibilitiesWork with senior managers to efficiently develop budget proposals, provide access to project finance information, and ensure contract/grant compliance and reportingResearch revenue opportunities and economic trends, analyze internal operations, and identify areas for cost reduction and process enhancementPerform risk management through analysis of company liabilities and investments, and evaluate and manage capital structure and fundraising initiativesOversee HR operations by coordinating with external service providers (ex: payroll, benefits, recruitment) and internal staff responsible for other aspects of HRMonitor business performance with tracking tools, establish corrective measures as needed, and prepare detailed reports for earnings calls, management team, and rest of companyManage finance personnel and oversee financial IT systems, ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory entities (ex: Financial Accounting Standards Board, Internal Revenue Service, state attorneys general)RequirementsRequired skills and qualificationsFive or more years of experience in executive leadership rolesExcellent leadership skills, with steadfast resolve and personal integrityExceptional verbal, written, and visual communication skillsUnderstanding of advanced accounting, regulatory issues, and tax planningWorking knowledge of how to raise capital outside traditional lines of creditPreferred skills and qualificationsMaster’s degree (or equivalent experience) in accounting, business accounting, or financeInternational finance experienceExperience in mergers and acquisitions and investor relationsExecutive experience with SaaS business models and their associated revenue recognitionProfessional certification (ex: Certified Public Accountant)BenefitsThe CEO will discuss compensation with finalist candidates.