Read--Thon - VP Finance & Accounting

is a leading digital platform that empowers schools, teachers, parents, and students through reading-based fundraising events. By combining literacy development with technology-enabled tools for engagement and fundraising,  has become a trusted partner to thousands of schools nationwide. As the company continues its growth trajectory, we are seeking a strategic, data-driven, and operationally strong VP of Finance and Accounting to join the executive team.

The VP of Finance and Accounting will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations at , including financial strategy, forecasting, reporting, accounting, budgeting, and risk management. This role partners closely with the CEO and leadership team to drive long-term growth, operational excellence, and financial discipline.

• Develop and execute the company’s financial strategy aligned with growth goals and long-term vision.
• Lead annual operating plans, budgets, and multi-year financial forecasts.
• Provide strategic recommendations based on financial analysis and market insights.
• Support capital allocation decisions, pricing models, and new market expansion.
• Oversee all financial reporting, including monthly close, P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow.
• Provide operational and financial reporting on company KPIs and key metrics.
• Ensure timely, accurate, GAAP-compliant statements.
• Build reporting processes that give leadership real-time visibility.

• Lead all accounting functions and financial controls.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and industry regulations.
• Implement scalable financial systems and automation.
• Manage cash flow and working capital.
• Oversee payment flows between stakeholders.
• Support equity or debt fundraising and investor relations.

• Work with operations, sales, product, and engineering to optimize profitability.
• Lead financial modeling for partnerships, M&A, and product launches.
• Drive efficiency initiatives through data insights.
• Build and manage a high-performing finance and accounting team as we grow.
• Mentor and develop team members.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive finance leadership, including 5+ years at a senior executive, VP, or CFO level.
• Experience in technology, SaaS, digital platforms, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of revenue recognition and online payment flows.
• Expertise in forecasting and financial modeling.

• Experience with PE investors or fundraising.
• CPA, CFA, and/or MBA.
• Experience scaling a digital service business.
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen.
• Highly analytical and detail-oriented.
• Operational focus.
• High integrity.
• Strong leadership capabilities.

• Competitive salary and bonus.
• Equity participation.

Read-A-Thon is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Location:

The role requires in-person presence at HQ in Mansfield, TX, with some flexibility for occasional remote work.