What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vice President of Finance position at Eko?
At Eko, we’re dedicated to providing healthcare professionals with industry leading digital tools to hear and understand their patients’ hearts and lungs. With our platform, clinicians can detect cardiopulmonary disease with higher accuracy, diagnose with more confidence, manage treatment effectively, and ultimately give their patients the best care possible.
With over $165M in funding from partners like 3M and the Mayo Clinic, Eko has become one of the fastest growing digital health companies, doubling our customer base in the last year to over 500,000 clinicians across 4,000 U.S. hospitals. We’ve built a tremendously talented, diverse, and mission driven team and are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work®. Together we are committed to investing in each other and our mission to ensure all patients have access to high quality care.
The Vice President of Finance is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing key financial aspects of the company, including financial planning, reporting, analysis, risk management, and strategic financial decision-making. This position ensures the company's financial health and operational efficiency, providing the executive team and Board of Directors with insights to guide long-term growth and profitability.
\n- Strategic Financial Leadership:
- Develop and implement financial strategies to support the company's business objectives.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to shape the company’s strategic direction.
- Advise the CFO, CEO and Board of Directors on financial performance, risks, and opportunities.
- Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A):
- Oversee the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
- Analyze financial results and recommend actions to improve profitability, cash flow, and overall financial performance.
- Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and variance analysis.
- Financial Reporting:
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of all financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS), regulatory requirements, and internal controls.
- Coordinate the preparation of financial reports for internal and external stakeholders, including the Board of Directors and investors.
- Cash Flow and Capital Management:
- Oversee cash flow management and liquidity to ensure adequate capital for day-to-day operations and future growth.
- Develop strategies for managing working capital, financing, and capital expenditure.
- Risk Management and Compliance:
- Identify and mitigate financial risks, including market, credit, and operational risks.
- Ensure the company’s compliance with all financial regulations, tax laws, and industry standards.
- Work closely with auditors and external regulators to ensure accurate audits and compliance.
- Team Leadership and Development:
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement within the finance department.
- Mergers, Acquisitions, and Capital Projects:
- Lead financial due diligence and analysis for potential mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic business opportunities.
- Manage capital projects and investments, ensuring they align with the company’s strategic goals.
- Partner with the CEO and CFO to raise capital, when needed.
- Investor Relations (if applicable):
- Partner with the CFO to manage relationships with investors and other key financial stakeholders.
- Oversee the preparation of financial reports and presentations for shareholders and investors.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (MBA or CPA preferred).
- Experience: Minimum of 10-15 years in financial management, with at least 5 years in a senior finance leadership role.
- Skills:
- CPA with public accounting experience preferred
- Expertise in financial strategy, planning, and reporting.
- Strong knowledge of financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting.
- Excellent understanding of accounting principles, financial regulations, and tax laws.
- Ability to lead, manage, and inspire a finance team.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
- Experience with ERP and financial management software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Hyperion).
- Ability to think strategically while maintaining strong operational oversight.
- Strategic thinking
- Leadership and team management
- Financial acumen
- Problem-solving and decision-making
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Adaptability and resilience in a dynamic business environment
- Eko was recognized by “Great Place to Work” in 2020 and 2021
- Paid-time off
- Medical/Dental/Vision, Disability Life Insurance
- One Medical membership
- Parental Leave
- 401k Matching
- Work from home equipment stipend
- Flexible schedules
- Wellness programs (Wellness Wednesdays, Time off)
- Wellness perks (Headspace, Ginger, Aaptiv, Physera)
- Learning and Development stipend
Eko is elevating the way clinicians detect and monitor cardiac and respiratory disease by bringing together advanced sensors, patient and provider software, and AI-powered analysis. Its FDA cleared platform is used by tens of thousands of clinicians treating millions of patients around the world, in-person, and through telehealth. The company is headquartered in Oakland, California and privately-held, with investments from ARTIS Ventures, NTT Venture Capital, DigiTx Ventures, Mayo Clinic, Sutter Health and others.
Eko is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.