Vice President, Finance and Accounting

MicroTransponder • Newport Beach, CA

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About The Position

The Vice President of Finance & Accounting is a senior leader responsible for directing MicroTransponder’s accounting, finance, and information technology functions. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this role partners closely with executive leadership and the Board of Directors to ensure the integrity, transparency, and scalability of the Company’s financial operations. The VP of Finance & Accounting oversees core accounting and financial activities, including general and operational accounting, internal controls, tax compliance and planning, treasury, equity administration, risk management, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), and external reporting. This role leads the preparation of financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP and supports the Company’s strategic growth, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 10–15 years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including senior leadership responsibility and Public company reporting.
• At least 10 years of experience managing and developing finance and/or accounting teams.
• Experience in a regulated environment (medical device, life sciences, or technology preferred).
• Prior experience partnering closely with executive leadership and interacting with Boards of Directors.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting best practices.
• Experience with financial systems and ERP platforms (e.g., Netsuite, Excel, QAD, or similar).
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and scale high-performing teams.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred.
• CPA or CMA designation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute financial and accounting strategies that align with MicroTransponder’s mission, growth objectives, and long-term strategic plan.
• Partner with the CFO on capital planning initiatives, including debt management, equity financing, and investor-related financial support.
• Ensure the timely and accurate preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Implement and maintain strong internal controls, policies, and procedures to ensure the reliability of financial
• Oversee cash management, working capital optimization, treasury activities, and financial risk management.
• Direct tax planning and compliance activities, including income and sales tax filings, credits, and regulatory compliance across federal, state, and local jurisdictions.
• Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis; provide actionable insights to executive leadership.
• Prepare and present financial reports and analyses to the Leadership Team and Board of Directors.
• Oversee the administration and accounting for corporate insurance programs.
• Manage relationships with external partners, including auditors, banks, tax advisors, and other financial service providers.
• Lead and develop the accounting and finance team, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture.
• Oversee the IT organization to ensure systems, infrastructure, and solutions effectively support business operations and strategic goals.
• Ensure appropriate cybersecurity controls are in place to protect Company data and systems, coordinating monitoring and response efforts as needed.

Benefits

• MicroTransponder provides a comprehensive benefits program to employees. It includes medical, dental and vision plans along with an FSA.
• Employees may participate in the company 401(k) plan with company matching.
• The company offers an unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) program and approximately 15 paid company holidays per year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees