VP of Finance

Legacy Service Partners Career•Tampa, FL

About The Position

The Vice President of Finance is responsible for driving financial performance and strategic decision-making across a fast-growing, multi-partner platform. This is the senior finance leadership role for operational finance by owning FP&A, budgeting, financial reporting, and the systems and team that make it all run. You will serve as a trusted strategic partner to the executive leadership team, reporting to the CFO, and have direct exposure to the board through regular financial reporting and review. You will also play a meaningful role in the M&A diligence process, overseeing financial workstreams on acquisitions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA preferred
15+ years of progressive finance experience, with meaningful time in senior leadership roles
Proven track record of managing financial operations and driving performance in a multi-unit or distributed business environment
Demonstrated ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable reporting and dashboards for executive and board audiences
Strong command of financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting methodologies
Experience with financial diligence on acquisition targets is a plus
In-depth knowledge of financial regulations, accounting standards, and GAAP best practices
Proficiency in financial software and systems including modeling, accounting, and reporting platforms
CPA, CFA, or equivalent certification preferred
Prior experience working with private equity sponsors preferred
You are a clear communicator who puts employees and partners first, a creative problem-solver who doesn't let things linger, and someone who moves fast without cutting corners. Above all, you hold yourself to a higher standard. In your work, your judgment, and how you treat people.

Nice To Haves

MBA preferred
Experience with financial diligence on acquisition targets is a plus
CPA, CFA, or equivalent certification preferred
Prior experience working with private equity sponsors preferred

Responsibilities

Lead the Regional Operational Finance team which is responsible for financial operations across partner companies, driving standardization of reporting, controls, and processes at scale.
Lead all FP&A activities including budgeting, forecasting, long-range financial planning, and scenario modeling that inform executive and board-level decision-making.
Own and drive the full annual budgeting process from target setting and financial modeling through department collaboration and executive presentation.
Partner with the Corporate Controller to manage month-end close, variance analysis, and financial consolidation.
Deliver clear, data-driven insights through KPI dashboards and performance reporting that empower leadership to act with confidence.
Ensure compliance with GAAP and maintain timely, accurate financial reporting at monthly, quarterly, and annual levels.
Optimize working capital and cash flow forecasting to ensure liquidity and support continued business growth.
Develop and continuously improve financial models that enhance visibility into company performance and profitability.
Ownership of financial systems including analytics platforms and data visualization tools to streamline reporting, improve data accuracy, and enable faster decision-making across the platform.
Oversee the financial diligence workstream on acquisition targets, coordinating with internal teams and external advisors to ensure thorough, timely analysis.
Review target company financials, support quality of earnings assessments, and pressure-test assumptions in deal models ahead of close.
Prepare investment memos and financial materials for executive leadership and board presentation on acquisition recommendations.
Support post-acquisition financial integration to ensure new partners are onboarded to company systems and reporting standards effectively.
Build, develop, and mentor a high-performing operational finance team focused on accuracy, analytical depth, and continuous improvement.
Foster a culture of accountability, urgency, and operational excellence within the finance function.
Collaborate closely with Operations, HR, and Marketing leadership to align financial goals with broader business strategy.