VP of Finance (f/m/x)

Your mission with us

As the Vice President of Finance (f/m/x), you will be a strategic leader responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of our organization in collaboration with the CFO. Your exceptional financial acumen and business expertise will guide our decision-making, foster financial excellence, and drive sustainable growth. In collaboration with the CFO, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our financial strategy, ensuring compliance, and driving operational efficiency.

What you can expect from us

Team Leadership and Development:

• Provide effective leadership and mentorship to the finance team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Identify and nurture top finance talent, ensuring a strong and agile finance organization.

Financial Strategy and Planning:

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company's overall objectives, driving long-term profitability and sustainable growth.

• Collaborate with the executive team to set financial targets and contribute to overall business planning.

Financial Analysis and Reporting:

• Ensure proper financial analysis is performed to provide key insights and support data-driven decision-making across the organization.

• Ensure regular financial reporting cycles to present comprehensive financial reports. including monthly business reviews, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

Financial Operations and Systems:

• Lead financial operations, including accounting, billing, collections, and cash flow management, ensuring efficient and accurate financial processes.

• Evaluate and implement financial systems and technologies to optimize financial management and reporting.

Capital Allocation and Investment Decisions:

• Collaborate with the executive team to assess investment opportunities and capital allocation decisions to support strategic initiatives.

• Evaluate and recommend potential mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.

Risk Management and Compliance:

• Oversee risk management strategies, identifying potential financial risks and implementing appropriate mitigation measures.

• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations, accounting standards, and reporting requirements.

Your profile

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. MBA or public accountant certification is preferred.

• Proven track record of at least 10 years in a senior finance leadership role, ideally in a global scale-up.

Financial Expertise:

• Demonstrated expertise in financial planning, analysis, and reporting.

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial management best practices.

Strategic Vision and Execution:

• Proven ability to develop and implement financial strategies aligned with organizational goals.

• Track record of driving financial performance and delivering results.

Leadership and Collaboration:

• Exceptional leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve excellence.

• Collaborative approach, fostering positive working relationships across the organization.

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:

• Strong analytical skills and keen attention to detail.

• Proficient in making data-driven decisions and solving complex financial challenges.

Communication and Influence:

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate financial insights effectively to non-financial stakeholders.

• Proven ability to influence strategic decision-making at the executive level.

Contact information

Contact person: Ms. Gudny Gunnarsdottir

About us

Sidekick Health is a global pioneer in digital health and therapeutics and is committed to transforming patient-centred care through innovative solutions. Founded by two physicians, the company offers a diverse range of digital health programmes covering a variety of therapeutic areas from oncology, cardiovascular diseases, metabolic disorders and inflammatory diseases.

In 2023, Sidekick Health acquired the aidhere GmbH (now Sidekick Health Germany GmbH) as its third division - in addition to its cooperation with world-renowned pharmaceutical companies and the largest health insurance company in the USA - for prescription-capable digital therapeutics. Sidekick Health Germany is the market leader in the field of digital health applications (DiGA) and has already helped more than 40,000 people to lose weight with its first product zanadio, a digital, multimodal obesity therapy.

Sidekick is headquartered in Reykjavik and Hamburg and employs over 250 people worldwide.

Why us?

• Highly motivated team: Be part of our international team of experts who want to shape the future of healthcare together and improve patient care globally
• Working in cross-functional teams: Our innovative way of working with flat hierarchies allows you to work autonomously and take on end-to-end responsibility. Our organisational structure creates the basis for efficient internal processes that are needed to make a unique contribution to the development of medical products
• Personal development: Through our feedback-orientated culture and our focus on individual development opportunities, we want to continuously promote your personal growth
• Attractive entry-level package: Competitive remuneration and the provision of MacBooks and ergonomic office workstations are just as much a matter for us as flexible working hours and unlimited home office options
• Employee benefits: We support your work-life balance and promote your health by subsidising the Egym Wellpass and Urban Sports Club. You also benefit from our contribution to the Deutschland-Ticket and the company pension scheme
• Relaxed working atmosphere: We take care of your well-being in our office in the heart of Hamburg - both physically and with great offers such as corporate benefits, regular sports activities and company events