VP Finance and HR

Salvo Health•Ann Arbor, MI

1d•Remote

About The Position

Salvo Health is seeking a VP Finance to lead and elevate financial operations as the company scales following its Series A raise. This fully remote position may be based anywhere in the United States and reports to the Chief Operating Officer. The VP Finance will own financial reporting, forecasting, and variance analysis; manage and mentor the existing Finance & HR Manager; and partner strategically with the CEO on fundraising and partner-facing financial matters. During the first 90 days, the VP Finance will rapidly assess financial controls, refine the existing 18-month cash-flow forecast, and establish a streamlined variance-analysis reporting cadence for the executive team. The role offers substantial ownership and strategic scope, spanning financial planning, fundraising and board support, healthcare commercial analysis, cash and resource strategy, and oversight of finance and HR operations.

Requirements

At least 8 years of progressive finance experience, including experience as a VP of Finance or similar senior finance leader.
Proven track record building financial models, projections, and variance analyses in a fast-growing environment.
Experience managing or mentoring finance staff, such as a Controller or bookkeeper.
Direct experience supporting fundraising processes, such as Series A/B diligence and investor reporting.
Strong Excel and financial modeling skills.
Experience with QuickBooks or a similar accounting system.
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to translate financial detail into clear, actionable insight for non-finance stakeholders.
Sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive financial and cap table information.
Must be authorized to work in the United States and based and working in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Experience at a venture-backed startup.
Experience working with virtual health care delivery or tech-enabled services companies.
Experience with enterprise ERP migration.
Personal passion for health and wellness topics.

Responsibilities

Own and refine financial projection models for revenue, headcount, and cash flow, and drive the strategic roadmap toward cash-flow break-even post-Series A.
Manage and mentor the existing Finance & HR Manager and Recruiter, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations such as bookkeeping, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and month-end close.
Partner with the CEO and COO on venture fundraising, including data room preparation, cap table scenario modeling, and presenting high-level performance metrics to the board.
Develop payer- and partner-facing financial models analyzing unit economics and contract structures for specialty virtual care services.
Advise leadership on cash management, banking relationships, and budget allocation across clinical and operational departments.
Oversee accurate monthly and quarterly financial reporting and maintain internal controls appropriate for a scaling, venture-backed organization, including variance and scenario analyses.
Oversee the financial architecture of HR operations, including compensation banding, annual benefits renewal negotiations, and payroll compliance.
Partner with the Finance & HR Manager to model headcount costs, track employee acquisition spend, and ensure the HR technology stack aligns with the operating budget.
Determine staffing projections and work with the Recruiter to ensure adequate staffing.
Serve as the final executive escalation point for payroll execution, state-level employment tax compliance, and benefit program funding for a remote workforce.