VP, Finance

ABOUT THIS POSITION

As part of the Waystar Finance team, the VP, Finance leads multiple teams of financial analysts and managers responsible for delivering the company’s forecasting and strategic analysis needs. This role drives the continuous enhancement of financial models and processes to ensure that Waystar’s financial planning capabilities evolve with the growing needs of the business, including the rapid integration of acquired entities.

The VP collaborates extensively with accounting, operations, and sales to align financial projections with operational performance, provides actionable insights and detailed reports to executive leadership and external stakeholders, and contributes directly to the company’s financial strategy.

• Oversee FP&A teams in developing robust financial reporting, forecasting, and analytical processes that align with the company’s long‑term strategic objectives.
• Lead the refinement and enhancement of financial models, including scenario analysis, three‑statement modeling, cash flow forecasting, and cohort analysis, ensuring accuracy for strategic decision‑making.
• Collaborate within finance and with operational leaders to implement new models that reflect business changes, ad‑hoc analysis, or acquisitions, and ensure these are used effectively across the organization.
• Manage the financial integration of newly acquired entities into the broader forecasting and reporting framework, ensuring smooth transitions with minimal disruption.
• Serve as a key strategic partner to executive leadership, providing insights that inform short‑term actions and long‑term planning.
• Ensure the financial planning teams deliver accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasts while continuously improving processes for efficiency and precision.
• Lead the preparation and presentation of financial reports and analysis to executive leadership, the board, and external stakeholders, ensuring clarity and actionable recommendations.
• Mentor and develop managers and senior analysts, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation within the FP&A function.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible FP&A or financial analysis experience, with at least 5 years in leadership within publicly traded or private equity‑backed businesses.
• Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and scenario analysis, with a track record of applying these skills to drive business decisions.
• Proven ability to lead and develop cross‑functional teams, ensuring alignment among accounting, financial planning, and operations.
• Strong understanding of GAAP principles and their application to reporting and modeling.
• Experience managing the integration of acquired entities, ensuring accurate forecasting and reporting post‑acquisition.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills focused on delivering actionable insights through detailed analysis.
• Outstanding communication and presentation abilities, capable of engaging executive leadership and board members.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Active use of AI tools and techniques to enhance performance, drive innovation, and improve decision‑making across business functions.
• Ability to leverage AI platforms to streamline workflows and improve decision‑making.
• Curiosity and adaptability in exploring emerging AI technologies, with a mindset for continuous learning and experimentation.

• Competitive total rewards (base salary + bonus, if applicable).
• Customizable benefits package (3 medical plans with Health Savings Account company match).
• Generous paid time off for non‑exempt team members, starting with 3 weeks + 13 paid holidays, including 2 personal floating holidays; flexible time off for exempt team members + 13 paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave (including maternity and paternity leave).
• Education assistance opportunities and free Linked In Learning access.
• Free mental health and family planning programs, including adoption assistance and fertility support.
• 401(k) program with company match.
• Pet insurance.
• Employee resource groups.

Waystar is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We celebrate, value, and support diversity and inclusion. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.