VP, Finance & Business Operations

Described as the "Uber of Content", Social Native is a marketplace technology company that empowers marketers to create, source and optimize authentic visual content in the most efficient way possible. Leveraging the world's first AI-powered creative platform, brands such as Unilever, Adidas, L'Oréal, Crocs and Nestlé Waters partner with Social Native to improve the performance of their paid and organic social strategy with a combination of Influencer Marketing, Custom Content, and Content Editing solutions.

With our acquisition of Olapic, we're changing the way marketers evaluate, refine and optimize their visual content strategy. This move solidifies our goal of delivering an all-in-one platform providing brands with data-driven insights, scales content creation, measures the impact of their work, and optimizes content and influencer strategy for even greater results.

We're seeking a VP of Finance & Business Operations who can effectively run the day-to-day operations of our business while also maintaining a strategic "10,000 foot view" of the organization. Reporting directly to the CEO, the VP of Finance & Business Ops will be responsible for managing workflows, improving processes, and ensuring the company's operational efficiency and effectiveness. The ideal candidate will have the ability to not only lead their team, but also influence their peers, have a keen eye for detail, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to balance big-picture thinking with hands-on execution. If you are a results-oriented individual with a passion for operational excellence, able to balance big-picture strategy with hands-on execution, and thrive in a dynamic start-up environment, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction to ensure the company's long-term success, including setting goals and developing plans to achieve them.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the company, ensuring smooth and efficient workflows across all departments.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and guidelines to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• Create and support a culture of consistent and continuous communication and collaboration to drive high performance.
• Manage budget and resources to optimize operational performance.
• Own the reporting of Financial performance. Report on financial results to management, to the Board of Directors (BoD), and investors, providing commentary and analysis on results.
• Provide accurate forecasts and timely reports related to all financial operations on a daily, monthly, quarterly and yearly basis as required by management, the BoD, and investors.
• Manage cash flow to meet immediate and long-term operational needs.
• Monitor and analyze key operational metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions to drive performance.
• Lead and support cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals and objectives.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to develop and implement strategies for growth and expansion.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Support M&A operations including due diligence and planning for efficient integration of acquired assets.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices, and provide recommendations for operational enhancements.

Qualifications:

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire people across the organization to achieve results.
• Ability to thrive in a start-up environment
• Ability to think strategically and critically, with a keen eye for detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to provide objective guidance and counsel
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively communicate with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Proficient in using tools and software for data analysis and reporting.
• Master's degree in business administration, operations management, or a related field.

Perks:

One of the best perks about Social Native is working with amazing talented people! Come see what it’s like to work at a fast-paced, venture-backed tech startup. We are looking for smart, driven, fun people that are eager to take ownership of exciting projects and be a part of building something great.

• Attractive health, dental and vision insurance coverage
• Competitive compensation structure and equity package
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Unlimited vacation policy
• Flexible work hours
• Casual work environment and fun work culture