VP of Finance & Operations

Summary

Join StyleSeat as the Vice President of Finance and Operations, a 100% remote role overseeing all financial and operational functions. Partner with the CEO and Board to drive financial performance, optimize operations, and build scalable systems. Lead high-impact teams, craft and execute company-wide strategies, and champion a data-driven culture. This critical leadership position requires extensive experience in financial leadership, scaling finance operations, and managing cross-functional teams. You will manage investor relations, fraud and compliance, and customer experience. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive financial leadership, including 5+ years in a senior/executive role with cross-functional operational oversight
• Proven success in scaling finance operations, driving growth-stage fundraising or investor relations, and partnering with C-level executives and Boards
• Deep experience managing teams across Finance, Compliance, Risk/Fraud, and Customer Experience in a fast-paced, data-driven organization
• Exceptional command of financial modeling, business intelligence tools, and strategic planning methodologies
• Demonstrated ability to drive transformation, motivate teams, and build high-trust cultures
• Executive presence and excellent stakeholder communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
• Strong analytical mindset and strategic thinking, balanced with hands-on operational capability
• Track record of innovation and continuous improvement in financial systems and operational processes
• High integrity, sound judgment, and the ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, analysis, and forecasting efforts in partnership with the CEO and senior leadership to support strategic decision-making and long-term planning
• Own the company’s financial model, ensuring robust scenario analysis, capital allocation strategy, and planning processes that drive ROI and sustainable growth
• Oversee preparation and presentation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including PCAOB-audited financial statements
• Drive automation and enhancement of financial systems, tools, and operational workflows to improve insight, efficiency, and accuracy across the organization
• Manage cash flow, fundraising strategy, and liquidity planning in alignment with corporate goals
• Serve as the executive lead for investor relations and fundraising efforts, owning all communications and relationship management with current and prospective investors
• Lead the development of investor materials - including board decks, fundraising pitches, and performance reports - ensuring clarity, transparency, and strategic alignment
• Coordinate and manage the due diligence process, data room integrity, and cross-functional inputs for board meetings
• Provide executive oversight of the Fraud & Risk team, building and evolving fraud prevention programs that protect the platform and its users
• Develop internal controls, reporting frameworks, and proactive risk mitigation strategies to address evolving threats and maintain regulatory compliance
• Act as an executive sponsor of enterprise-wide compliance, ethics, and risk mitigation initiatives
• Lead the Customer Support and Success teams in setting and exceeding service benchmarks while enhancing efficiency and reducing operational costs
• Champion initiatives that improve customer satisfaction, retention, and lifetime value
• Ensure cross-functional alignment between operations and business objectives, continuously iterating on systems, tools, and metrics that drive excellence