Vice President of Finance

Vice President of Finance

Thalamus is the market leader in graduate medical education recruitment technology, empowering over 8,000 residency and fellowship programs at 800+ health systems and all new physicians throughout the US annually. As we expand beyond GME into broader physician recruitment, our unique datasetspanning the full profiles of residency / fellowship applicants and programspositions us to revolutionize hiring in healthcare through AI / ML and data-driven insights. This furthers our mission to ensure the right doctor ends up at the right hospital to treat the right patients.

About the Role

The Vice President of Finance will lead Thalamus' financial strategy and operations through its next phase of growth. Reporting to the COO, this leader will oversee strategic planning, forecasting, investor reporting, and financial infrastructure, while partnering cross-functionally to align resources with company priorities. The VP will also provide executive coverage across accounting and compliance, ensuring financial continuity and resiliency. This is a foundational leadership role in building a scalable, disciplined, and insight-driven finance function.

What You Will Achieve

• Lead strategic financial planning, including long-range forecasts and integrated SaaS modeling. Partner with People and GTM leaders on headcount, pipeline, and revenue scenarios.
• Own the budgeting and operating plan, aligning spend to strategy and presenting recommendations to the Board.
• Develop and articulate Thalamus's investor narrative, synthesizing insights into Board materials and strategic updates.
• Oversee financial reporting and analytics; prepare dashboards for internal stakeholders and investors.
• Supervise financial governance : chair monthly Finance Review meetings and own reporting cadence.
• Lead cash and treasury management, including capital planning and banking relationships.
• Guide audit, tax, and compliance strategy.
• Define and enforce revenue recognition policy (ASC 606) and ensure alignment with FP&A.
• Architect and implement ERP, FP&A, BI, & AI tooling in alignment with scale and automation needs.
• Lead financial due diligence and post-close integration for M&A.
• Build and mentor a high-performing finance team.
• Provide operational coverage for Controller-level responsibilities when needed.

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The salary range for this position is $210,000 - $250,000 and a grant of stock options. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and geographic location.