VC-backed startups don’t have time for mis-hires when every quarter changes the runway and board expectations. I work with founders and finance leaders at VC-backed Series A–D companies to place CFOs, Controllers, and ops leaders who can build real finance infrastructure while still supporting aggressive growth targets. You get candidates who understand burn, runway, SaaS metrics, and investor communication—not just “corporate” finance.
How I help VC-backed teams
- Aligning the finance hire with your funding story, board dynamics, and next key milestones (e.g., next round, path to profitability, or exit).
- Calibrating profiles across “builder” vs “operator” vs “strategic partner to the CEO,” based on where your company really is today.
- Running a targeted search that respects speed but doesn’t shortcut references, track record, or stage fit.
Roles we fill
- CFO, VP Finance, and Head of Finance for VC-backed startups (first-time finance leaders or upgrades).
- Controller and Senior Controller to professionalize reporting, close, and audit readiness.
- Head of FP&A, RevOps, and Finance Ops to support scaling GTM, forecasting, and board reporting.
- Interim or project-based finance leaders during fundraising, M&A, or leadership transitions.
Where we focus
- VC-backed startups from Series A–D, including SaaS, tech-enabled services, and B2B platforms.
- US-based management teams, often distributed, where finance needs to “grow up” fast ahead of a raise, strategic process, or investor pressure.
Hiring a CFO, Controller, or ops leader for a VC-backed startup?
Share the role and I’ll tell you in 24 hours if it’s in my strike zone—and what kind of profile will actually work at your stage.