You will lead the strategic and operational backbone of a high-growth AI platform, overseeing Finance, Business Operations, Customer Experience, and People Operations. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will drive capital allocation, refine financial architecture, and integrate agentic workflows to scale a business transforming a $500 billion traditional industry.
VP Finance & Operations at VC-backed AI-first marketplace startup
Are you a builder who thrives at the intersection of strategy and execution? We are looking for a VP of Finance & Operations to join the executive team of a well-funded AI platform transforming a $500 billion industry. This isn't a back-office role—you'll own Finance, Ops, CX, and People, reporting directly to the CEO. If you're ready to integrate agentic workflows into a high-growth business and lead the operational engine of an AI-first company, this is your next career-defining move.
Overview
Role overview
Company
About the company
VC-backed AI-first marketplace startup
Responsibilities
What you will do
- Lead financial strategy and capital allocation to ensure rigorous planning and clear visibility into company performance.
- Drive operational excellence by translating market signals into actionable insights that sharpen company strategy and performance.
- Oversee the people and customer infrastructure, building scalable systems that attract top talent and deliver proactive user support.
Candidate profile
Who this is a fit for
- 12+ years of leadership experience in strategic finance or business operations within high-growth or early-stage environments.
- Proven track record of building financial engines and operational structures while maintaining the ability to execute in the details.
- Strong conviction in AI, with existing experience using agentic tools to accelerate professional workflows and team productivity.
What makes it remarkable
Why this role is remarkable
- Direct executive impact as a core leader reporting to the CEO, shaping the trajectory of a company modernizing a massive legacy sector.
- Well-funded by top-tier VCs with significant revenue and a clear path toward industry-wide transformation.
- AI-centric leadership opportunity where you will pioneer the integration of agentic workflows across all operational and administrative functions.
Jack & Jill
How Jack & Jill work together
Meet Jack
Jack gets to know what you're great at and what you want next, then searches 14 million jobs daily and introduces you directly to hiring managers.
How does this work?
Jack's an AI agent for job searching and career coaching. He works for you.
Jill is the AI recruiter working for the company. She recruits from Jack's network.
If it's a match and the company wants to meet you, they'll make the intro. In the meantime, if you'd like, Jack will send you excellent alternatives.