Chief executive officer Jobs in Carlsbad, CA

Vaco Overview :   Vaco provides expert consulting, permanent placement, executive search, and strategic staffing for companies around the world, in the areas of accounting, finance, operations, administration and more. As a premier talent solutions firm, Vaco connects people to their dream jobs and helps leading companies find talent to grow their business.

About the Company :    Medical device company focused on developing and commercializing breakthrough products for the treatment of cardiology illness

Location : North County, San Diego – Onsite (Open to candidates out of area starting remote but MUST relocate to San Diego in 18 months, non-negotiable)

Title : Chief Finance Officer (CFO)

Salary :   $275-400k + Bonus + Equity

Job Description :  We seek a CFO, critical for driving our medical device client’s next growth phase, including capital raising, IPO preparation, and strategic financial planning. This individual will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of the company.

Responsibilities :

• Strategic Financial Leadership : Develop and execute a comprehensive financial strategy that aligns with our company’s growth objectives.

Capital Raising and Investment Management : Lead efforts to secure additional funding and manage investments, ensuring optimal financial health and sustainability.

IPO Preparation : Spearhead the preparation process for a potential Initial Public Offering (IPO), including regulatory compliance, financial structuring, and market positioning.

Business Growth Planning : Work closely with executive leadership to identify and implement growth strategies, mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate development opportunities.

Financial Analysis and Reporting : Oversee financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting to support informed decision-making and strategic planning.

Team Leadership and Development : Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.

Stakeholder Engagement : Maintain strong relationships with investors, board members, and other key stakeholders, effectively communicating financial status and strategies.

Qualifications :

10-15 years of finance strategy experience in medical device industry

Proven track record in strategic financial planning, capital raising, and IPO preparation.

Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage and develop teams.

Exceptional analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging with stakeholders at all levels.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco notes the salary range for the role as follows :   [$275,000-$400,000 base] . The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

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Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to :

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.