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ABOUT THIS POSITION

As part of the Waystar (NASDAQ: WAY) 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 other functions, including accounting, operations, and sales, to ensure alignment between financial projections and operational performance. This role also involves providing actionable insights and presenting detailed reports to executive leadership and external stakeholders, contributing directly to the company's financial strategy. Individuals in this position are expected to demonstrate deep expertise in financial modeling, analysis, and decision-making processes to support business objectives at all levels.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Oversee the 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 and relevance for strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate within finance and with operational leaders to drive the implementation of new models that reflect business changes, ad hoc analysis or acquisitions, and ensure these models are utilized effectively across the organization.
• Manage the financial integration of newly acquired entities into the broader forecasting and reporting framework, ensuring smooth transitions with minimal disruptions to ongoing operations.
• Serve as a key strategic partner to executive leadership, providing financial insights that inform both short-term actions and long-term business planning.
• Ensure the financial planning teams are delivering 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 financial analysts, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation within the FP&A function.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Accounting, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in FP&A or financial analysis roles, including at least 5 years in leadership positions within publicly traded or private equity-backed businesses.
• Demonstrated 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 between accounting, financial planning, and operational performance.
• Strong understanding of GAAP accounting principles and their application to financial reporting and modeling.
• Experience managing the financial integration of acquired entities, ensuring accurate forecasting and reporting post-acquisition.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with a focus on providing actionable insights through detailed financial analysis.
• Outstanding communication and presentation abilities, capable of engaging effectively with executive leadership and board members.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Active use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and techniques to enhance performance, drive innovation, and improve decision-making across business functions.
• Ability to leverage AI tools and platforms to streamline workflows, improve decision-making, and drive innovation.
• Curiosity and adaptability in exploring emerging AI technologies, with a mindset for continuous learning and experimentation.

WAYSTAR PERKS

• Competitive total rewards (base salary + bonus, if applicable)
• Customizable benefits package (3 medical plans with Health Saving Account company match)
• We offer generous paid time off for our non-exempt team members, starting with 3 weeks +13 paid holidays, including 2 personal floating holidays. We also offer flexible time off for our exempt team members + 13 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave (including maternity + paternity leave)
• Education assistance opportunities and free LinkedIn 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.