VP of Finance

Ridecell Inc. is the leading fleet automation and mobility platform provider for digital fleet transformation. Ridecell brings the only platform and solutions built specifically to automate the management and monetization of fleets. The Ridecell platform converts siloed data streams into real-time insights, takes advantage of keyless vehicle access and digital immobilizer control, and turns today’s manual fleet processes into automated workflows.

Ridecell powers some of the most successful fleets in cities across Europe and North America. These include services by Gig Car Share from AAA, and KINTO mobility services by Toyota Sweden. Ridecell teams are operating globally out of offices in San Francisco, Paris, Berlin, and Pune India.

We’re looking for an experienced, hands-on Finance & Accounting leader who is responsible for implementing financial processes and systems across the organization as Ridecell continues to grow. We’re seeking a candidate who has a passion for numbers and how they transform the strategy, accountability, and operations of the company as a whole; someone who wants to roll up their sleeves and understand the numbers of our customers, business strategy, and internal operations. This role will actively partner with leadership and cross-functional stakeholders across Ridecell in addition to leading the finance organization. 

The Role

• Primary liaison between the finance team and operations
• Leverage scenario planning to help stakeholders see around corners and make optimal decisions
• Inform KPIs to craft scorecards to assess and measure performance of our operations
• Responsible for strategic and tactical financial operational planning
• Recommend, develop, and implement policies and programs that guide the organization in maintaining and improving its competitive position and profitability
• Manage the development of all weekly and monthly financial close, all planning, forecasting, and reporting models and their continuous innovation and communicating to your Operations partners
• Work with data source providers and technology teams to ensure that key decision data is accurate, automated and timely
• Lead and facilitate cross-functional connectivity to gain alignment on a financial forecast working with various teams including Product Development, Marketing and Customer Support
• Oversee supplier and logistical partner selection, contracts and performance review; review contract clauses, evaluate supplier/logistical execution capability according to the requirements, and review whether the clauses meet operating standards and standard processes; ensure supplier/logistical partner performance continuously meets quality and delivery requirements
• Review and establish operations financial performance metrics for measurement, comparison, and evaluation of factors affecting the business
• Provide leadership insights and a strong sense of partnership to the executive leadership team
• Responsible for budget, forecasting, and business projections, as well as internal staffing and resourcing

Requirements

• Proven experience as in a similar role in venture-backed businesses ($10-100Mm ARR)
• Proven ability to manage a team with competing priorities & providing level-headed guidance during unexpected events
• In-depth knowledge of corporate finance and accounting principles, laws, and best practices for channel-driven SaaS businesses
• Experience with hardware, manufacturing, and retail financial management and forecasting tools
• Deep knowledge of and passion for financial analysis and forecasting
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; MBA or appropriate experience and track record preferred
• Highly desired: CPA or other relevant qualification
• Highly desired: Experience leading a company through IPO and operating as a public company post IPO

Perks & Benefits:

• Hybrid workforce
• 100% Employee Covered Medical/Dental/Vision (90% Dependents)
• Unlimited PTO
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• FSA
• Commuter Benefits
• Wellness activities - Virtual Workouts
• Happy Hours
• Company Events
• Dog Friendly

But, the real perks are:  

• Challenging and fun work - you'll never have a boring day
• World-class team that thrives working collaboratively and solving challenging problems
• The opportunity to use data and technology to build the future of fleet automation and mobility

Ridecell is not only committed to building our own diverse and inclusive company, we celebrate our differences and actively work with all Ridezillas in achieving their career ambitions in the broader ecosystem. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage all applicants to apply, no matter your race, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, or gender expression. If we can do anything to improve your application and interview process, please let us know!

To all recruitment agencies: Ridecell does not accept unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Ridecell employees. Ridecell is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.