POSITION SUMMARYThe Regulatory and Compliance Finance Specialist plays a critical role in mitigating regulatory, tax, payroll, and compliance risk for Vero Broadband, LLC (VB) and in supporting regulatory oversight across the broader Vero Fiber organization. This position ensures that complex telecom regulatory requirements applicable to VB are translated into accurate financial reporting, compliant billing and tax structures, compliant payroll processing, and defensible audit outcomes.This role serves as the central finance owner for VB-specific regulatory, payroll, and contract compliance, including USAC/FCC reporting, telecom sales and use tax compliance, tax engine and billing platform support, grant reporting and compliance, regulatory audits, and payroll-related regulatory filings.This role owns payroll, contract, and regulatory compliance responsibilities solely for VB. Other operating subsidiaries are supported through coordination, oversight, and advisory partnership, but are not directly owned by this position.KEY RISK MITIGATION & EXPOSURE MANAGEMENT HIGHLIGHTSProactively identify, assess, and mitigate telecom regulatory, tax, and grant compliance risks applicable to VB.Reduce exposure to penalties, back assessments, funding clawbacks, and audit findings through disciplined controls and documentation.Strengthen audit readiness by ensuring regulatory positions, grant reporting, and tax treatments are well supported.Partner cross-functionally to prevent non-compliant billing or misclassified regulatory and grant activity.Provide early visibility into compliance risks impacting EBITDA, cash flow, or forecasts.RESPONSIBILITIESRegulatory & Telecom ComplianceOwn federal, state, and local telecom regulatory compliance for VB.Serve as primary finance point of contact with USAC, FCC, state public utility/service commissions, and municipalities for Vero Broadband.Direct USAC/FCC filings, including USF contributions, broadband data and deployment reporting, regulatory fee filings, and annual certifications.Maintain the regulatory compliance calendar and validate all submissions for accuracy and timeliness.Monitor and interpret evolving telecom regulations, including FCC orders and state broadband/PUC rules, and advise leadership on financial and operational impact.Support regulatory audits, lender diligence, and regulatory inquiries with defensible documentation.Contract & Agreement ComplianceProvide finance oversight of customer, vendor, and regulatory contracts for VB.Ensure regulatory, tax, and billing terms are properly implemented.Monitor ongoing compliance with contract-driven obligations.Tax Engine, Billing & Systems ComplianceSupport tax engine configuration and ongoing compliance within billing platforms.Ensure proper tax determination and pass-through treatment across jurisdictions.Partner with Billing and IT to identify and remediate system-driven compliance risks.Sales, Use & Non-Income Tax OversightOversee telecom sales and use tax filings and reconciliations.Monitor non-income tax exposure including property, franchise, and gross receipts taxes.Ensure appropriate accruals and reserves with Accounting and FP&A.Grant & Program ReportingOwn grant and program financial reporting compliance.Support audits, reimbursements, and ongoing compliance monitoring.Identify and remediate grant compliance risks.Audit, Controls & Process ImprovementLead finance-side support for regulatory, tax, and payroll audits for VB.Maintain strong internal controls and audit trails.Drive continuous improvement in compliance processes.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.5+ years of experience in telecom regulatory, tax, payroll, or compliance roles.Strong knowledge of USAC/FCC reporting, telecom tax, and payroll compliance.Experience managing external advisors.Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.LOCATIONThis position is eligible for remote work; however, candidates must reside in a state where Vero Broadband is registered to do business. For Colorado-based applicants, the pay range and benefits listed below apply in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.COMPENSATION AND BENEFITSThe anticipated salary range for this position is $70,000 – $85,000 per year. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as the candidate's experience, skills, and internal equity.4 Medical plans with employer contributions for employees and dependentsDental and Vision InsuranceLife Insurance and AD&DVoluntary Life InsuranceDisability Insurance401(k) retirement plan + employer match15 PTO days, 9 paid holidays + 2 floating holidaysABOUT VEROVero Fiber was formed to fill a need in unserviceable and underserved communities where access to affordable, reliable broadband simply does not exist. Our goal is to bring the highest quality fiber optic-based broadband services to these communities. In addition, Vero strives to enhance communities by becoming an active partner in these communities by adding jobs, supporting local causes, and helping improve the connectivity of schools and rural healthcare as well.NOTICESVero participates in E-Verify. Vero will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. This position requires the ability to pass a standard background check upon offer of position. At least 2 professional references are required.
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