Vice President, Finance & Accounting

Episode Six•Austin, TX

About The Position

How do you want to pay? It’s a question you’ve answered on-screen or in-person thousands of times, but your choices have always been limited. Imagine the flexibility to pay however you want – credit, debit, multiple currencies, frequent flyer miles, loyalty points, or digital payments - all on the same card or digital wallet. Sound impossible? Episode Six makes the seemingly impossible happen every day. We’re a global provider of API-based payment processing and wallet management infrastructure. We’re 100% cloud-native, hyper-configurable, and a “Top 10 Place to Work in Fintech.” And we’re changing how people think about payments. Today, we’re powering payments for one of the world’s largest banks and airlines and numerous innovative fintechs. E6 is headquartered in Austin with offices in Tokyo, Singapore, Brisbane, and London. We provide technology for clients in 24 countries on four continents. Since 2018 when we launched with HSBC, we have grown more than 10x. Interested in redefining what’s possible in payments? Join Episode Six today. What we're hiring for: We are seeking a Vice President, Finance & Accounting to lead the Company’s finance organization, reporting directly to the CFO & Co-Founder. The role will oversee accounting, FP&A, financial reporting, and finance operations while strengthening the systems, processes, and infrastructure needed to support the Company’s continued growth. This Vice President will work closely with the CFO and executive leadership team to deliver financial visibility, improve operational decision-making, and help prepare the Company for future strategic transactions or financing. The ideal candidate is a hands-on finance leader who combines strong technical accounting expertise with strategic finance capabilities and enjoys building scalable finance operations in a high-growth environment. What you'll be accountable / responsible for in this role:

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required
12+ years of progressive experience across finance and accounting
Deep understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls
Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting expertise
Leadership experience building and managing both FP&A and accounting operations
Strong communication skills for executive and board audiences
Hands-on leadership style with strong problem-solving ability

Nice To Haves

Experience in fintech, SaaS, technology, or high-growth environments strongly preferred
Experience with platforms such as NetSuite, Adaptive, or similar

Responsibilities

Partner with the CFO and executive team on financial strategy, planning, and budgeting
Oversee development and maintenance of financial models, forecasts, and scenario analyses
Lead preparation of board materials, management reporting, and performance dashboards
Establish KPIs and financial metrics to improve visibility into company performance
Assist the CFO with investor reporting, financing, and strategic transactions
Own the integrity and accuracy of financial reporting and GAAP financial statements
Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Lead core accounting functions including AP, AR, billing, and payroll coordination
Manage relationships with auditors, tax advisors, and external partners
Oversee audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting
Establish and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies
Strengthen and scale financial infrastructure to support company growth
Improve efficiency and reliability of close and reporting processes
Identify opportunities to automate and streamline finance workflows
Lead optimization of ERP, planning tools, and reporting systems
Ensure data integrity and scalable financial reporting frameworks
Monitor liquidity, cash flow forecasting, and working capital
Manage banking relationships and treasury operations
Develop cash management strategies that support operational flexibility
Lead and mentor the finance and accounting team
Build scalable processes and a strong operational finance foundation
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Operate as a hands-on player-coach when needed