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Bluestem Biosciences, Inc. · 3 months ago

Vice President, Finance and Strategy

Omaha, NE

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

Bluestem Biosciences, Inc. is a company focused on producing critical chemicals from American corn using innovative biomanufacturing processes. They are seeking a Vice President of Finance & Strategy to lead financial operations and strategic planning, partnering closely with the CEO and leadership team to support the company's growth and sustainability mission.

AgTechBiotechnologyChemicalLife ScienceRenewable Energy

Responsibilities

Maintain all financial systems, accounting and the company’s models and forecasts

Own the TEA (techno-economic assessment) of the technology and all of the financial forecasting of the project and company

Manage our third-party grant accountants to maintain the most robust and compliant grant and financial reporting systems to stakeholders

Develop and execute project financing strategies, including securing debt and equity capital for large-scale projects

Lead the financial structuring and negotiation of offtake agreements and other commercial contracts to support revenue generation and de-risk projects

Oversee financial modeling and due diligence for new market opportunities, potential M&A, and strategic partnerships, with a focus on project-level economics

Manage financial aspects of commercialization initiatives, ensuring alignment with overall business strategy and profitability targets

Partner with legal and business development teams to structure and negotiate complex commercial agreements, including joint ventures and strategic alliances

Preparation of board materials and quarterly/annual reviews

Monitor and manage financial risks associated with all aspects of the business

Develop and maintain strong relationships with investors, financial institutions, and other external stakeholders relevant to project finance

Qualification

Financial planningAnalysisCorporate strategyInvestment bankingVenture capitalFinancial modelingCapital managementInvestor relationsCommunication skillsRelationship buildingProject leadership

Required

Bachelor's degree from a recognized university with a focus in finance, accounting, or economics

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal and ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment (start-up!)

Self-starter and ability to lead projects, build relationships and be a vocal representative of the company

Excellent communicator and relationship builder and are skilled at global strategy development, internal/external communications, managing multiple stakeholders, leading teams and adapting to change