Head of Finance Systems & Data

Faire•San Francisco, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

About Faire Faire is a technology wholesale platform built on the belief that the future is local. Independent retailers around the globe collectively represent a multi-hundred-billion-dollar wholesale market that has historically been fragmented and offline. At Faire, we're using the power of tech, data, and machine learning to connect this thriving community of entrepreneurs across the globe. Picture your favorite boutique in town — we help them discover the best products from around the world to sell in their stores. With the right tools and insights, we believe that we can level the playing field so businesses can grow and local communities can thrive. We’re looking for smart, resourceful and passionate people to join us as we power the shop local movement. If you believe in community, come join ours. About This Role We are looking for an experienced and versatile leader to lead Finance Systems & Data at Faire. The right candidate will combine deep technical fluency across finance systems with a track record of driving modernization and AI adoption in finance contexts. You will be central to how Faire plans, reports, and operates the business — and to ensuring we are fully prepared to run with public-company rigor. You will work directly with the CFO and finance leadership team to: Architect and execute a public-company-ready finance systems roadmap Drive AI enablement and modernization across the finance org Develop and scale a high-performing team across systems and data

Requirements

10+ years of experience in Finance Systems or Business Systems — with progressive leadership scope
Player-coach orientation — operates fluidly as PM, architect, and coach. Technically credible enough to dive into complex problems alongside the team and unblock the roadmap.
Deep technical expertise with NetSuite and the broader finance SaaS portfolio
Demonstrated track record of driving AI / automation projects end-to-end in a finance or business systems context
Direct experience preparing for or operating in a public-company environment
Experience hiring and managing technical talent
Marketplace / transactional / fintech experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Own the Finance Systems Architecture and Roadmap. Develop a clear, multi-quarter/year roadmap for Faire's finance tech stack (NetSuite, order-to-cash. expense, procurement, payroll, equity, reporting, planning). Drive prioritization decisions and ensure systems environment meets public co standards.
Drive AI Enablement Across the Finance Org from close automation to reporting to operational workflows. Evaluate, pilot, and operationalize AI capabilities.
Oversee the Finance Data Function, ensuring data integrity and reconciliation across operational and financial metrics.
Manage Cross-Functional Partnership and Vendors. Partner with Eng / Data Platform on shared infrastructure. Serve as a trusted partner across Finance, Accounting, Eng/Data Platform, IT, and Legal. Lead vendor selection, contract negotiation, and renewal management.
Manage and Develop the Team of 5+ Actively develop/coach and ensure high bar for talent and performance.