Vice President, Finance & Accounting

Ivy Energy•San Diego, CA

11d•$170,000 - $200,000

About The Position

Ivy Energy is at a pivotal inflection point. We are seeking a strategic VP of Finance & Accounting to architect the financial infrastructure that will support our scale to profitability. You will not just lead operations; you will be a key architect of our growth story, translating our mission into financial sustainability and venture-ready metrics. This is a Senior leadership role for someone who thrives in a dynamic, high-growth environment and will report to the CEO.

Requirements

10+ years in Finance leadership roles, with a proven track record of scaling a SaaS or EnergyTech finance function through high-growth phases (e.g., $5M to $20M+ ARR). Series A–C experience is required.
Deep understanding of Accounting (GAAP), FP&A, and SaaS metrics (CAC, LTV, Churn, Net Retention).
Proven expertise in implementing and migrating ERP systems and optimizing tech stacks. Experience with Salesforce, Odoo, and Xero is a strong plus.
Ability to toggle seamlessly between high-level strategy (Board decks, fundraising) and low-level execution (managing cash flow models, reconciliation) without hesitation.
Exceptional ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders and investors.

Nice To Haves

M&A experience a plus.
CPA or MBA preferred.
Experience with Salesforce, Odoo, and Xero is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

Architect and Oversee the Financial Ecosystem: Own the entire finance function, including Accounting, FP&A, Invoicing, AP/AR, Cash Management, Reporting, and Compliance. You will build the systems that allow us to scale revenue without scaling administrative bloat.
Drive Strategic Planning & Unit Economics: Partner directly with the CEO, CCO, and leadership team to define our 3-year financial roadmap. You will be responsible for mastering our unit economics and guiding capital allocation to maximize growth efficiency.
Lead Financing, Fundraising & Investor Relations: Own the financial narrative for our financing strategy and next fundraising rounds. You will drive financial modeling, manage due diligence, and build confidence with the Board, work with banks and lenders and support Management in negotiations with potential investors through rigorous, transparent reporting.
Drive Digital Transformation: Lead the implementation of modern, AI-driven financial workflows to automate routine tasks (AP/AR, invoicing), allowing your team to focus on high-value analysis rather than data entry.
Team Leadership: Mentor and develop a high-performing, lean finance team (currently 2). You will set the standard for accuracy, speed, and strategic insight.
Cross-Functional Alignment: Work closely with Operations, Product, and Sales to align financial goals with business objectives, ensuring our pricing and operational models support our long-term margin goals.