Strategic Finance & Operations Lead

Kick•Palo Alto, CA

1d•$175,000 - $200,000•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a Strategic Finance & Operations Lead who is excited to use an analytical ability to solve financial and cross-functional operational challenges at a rapidly growing applied AI company. This is an in-person role with a chance to meaningfully shape how we transition from an early stage to a generational technology company. You will Partner with the CEO to build and own financial models, investor decks, and board reporting as we march toward our Series A and scale to $10M+ ARR and beyond Partner with Growth to track and optimize CAC, LTV, payback period, NRR, conversion rates, and channel performance across our SMB and Accountant GTM motions Partner with multiple functions to own quarterly financial reporting, revenue operations, and our operating rhythm Lead special projects across M&A, fundraising, and internal operations We're looking for someone who Has 4–7 years of experience in Strategic Finance, FP&A, Investment Banking, Management Consulting, Private Equity, or high-growth startup operations Has a deep understanding of unit economics and the metrics that drive B2B SaaS businesses at each stage of growth Has strong technical skills in Excel/Sheets, financial modeling and dashboards; SQL and BI tools are a plus Is a strong communicator with natural curiosity and business judgment; you ask great questions and can identify what really moves the needle Thrives in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment and knows how to make progress without perfect information Bonus if You’ve started your own company or been through a fundraising cycle (Seed through Series B) at a high-growth B2B SaaS company or helped scale revenue to $20M+ ARR You have an advanced degree (MBA, CPA, CFA or equivalent) Location Downtown Palo Alto, in person, 4 days per week. 1 block from the Palo Alto Caltrain Express stop. Candidates should be based in the Bay Area or open to relocation. What we offer $175,000-$200,000 per year + meaningful equity Employee-friendly equity (QSBS eligible) Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits Apple laptop/headset, health/commuter stipends Daily snacks, lunch and unlimited Verve coffee We’re building a world-class team of creative thinkers and doers from diverse backgrounds. If you’re excited by this role, even if your experience isn’t a perfect match, we’d love to hear from you.

Requirements

Has 4–7 years of experience in Strategic Finance, FP&A, Investment Banking, Management Consulting, Private Equity, or high-growth startup operations
Has a deep understanding of unit economics and the metrics that drive B2B SaaS businesses at each stage of growth
Has strong technical skills in Excel/Sheets, financial modeling and dashboards; SQL and BI tools are a plus
Is a strong communicator with natural curiosity and business judgment; you ask great questions and can identify what really moves the needle
Thrives in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment and knows how to make progress without perfect information

Nice To Haves

You’ve started your own company or been through a fundraising cycle (Seed through Series B) at a high-growth B2B SaaS company or helped scale revenue to $20M+ ARR
You have an advanced degree (MBA, CPA, CFA or equivalent)

Responsibilities

Partner with the CEO to build and own financial models, investor decks, and board reporting as we march toward our Series A and scale to $10M+ ARR and beyond
Partner with Growth to track and optimize CAC, LTV, payback period, NRR, conversion rates, and channel performance across our SMB and Accountant GTM motions
Partner with multiple functions to own quarterly financial reporting, revenue operations, and our operating rhythm
Lead special projects across M&A, fundraising, and internal operations