About Compa
Compa is a venture-backed AI startup revolutionizing the future of compensation! We're bringing AI-forward tools and human-centered engineering to make pay competitive and fair, for all. By offering a premier, live compensation data platform that delivers top-tier intelligence to enterprise teams, we enable the world's largest companies to make smart and fair decisions while staying competitive and compliant. In dynamic job markets during the rise of AI, companies need the best data to stay competitive!
Our force-multiplying team is powered by live data and thoughtful design, and our products have earned the trust of the world’s largest companies: NVIDIA, Stripe, DoorDash, OpenAI, Moderna, Workday, Ulta, Target, and more.
Come build with us!
The Role
We are seeking a strategic, hands-on VP, Finance to join our leadership team at a pivotal stage of growth. As a venture-backed Series B company, we are scaling rapidly — expanding our team, refining our go-to-market engine, and building operational foundations for long-term success.
The VP, Finance will serve as both a strategic thought partner to the CEO and executive team, as well as architect of a world-class finance organization. This is an ideal role for a finance leader looking to build a scalable finance function and grow into a CFO-level position as the business scales.
What You'll Do
Executive Leadership & Strategic Partnership
Shape company strategy through a financial lens alongside the CEO and executive team
Drive data-informed decision-making across Product, Engineering, GTM, People, and Operations teams
Translate complex financial data into clear insights guiding investment, headcount, pricing, and resource allocation
Own financial readouts to board and investors
Financial Planning & Capital Strategy
Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and scenario planning
Develop financial models supporting growth initiatives, M&A evaluation, and capital allocation
Partner with CEO on fundraising strategy and investor diligence
Monitor key financial metrics (ARR, CAC, LTV, burn, Magic Number, Credit Burndown) for sustainable scaling
Manage treasury function, banking relationships, and working capital optimization
Build & Scale the Finance Organization
Recruit and develop a top-tier finance and accounting team
Design organizational structure that scales with company growth and complexity
Develop future finance leaders and foster culture of continuous learning
Finance Systems, Processes & Infrastructure
Design and implement scalable financial systems, reporting tools, and processes for Series B+ environments
Drive automation and operational efficiencies across billing, revenue recognition, reporting, and planning
Build data governance and integrate finance systems with company-wide infrastructure
Establish internal controls and compliance frameworks for Series C, international expansion, and IPO readiness
Accounting, Risk & Governance
Oversee all accounting operations: general ledger, revenue recognition, AP/AR, payroll, and close processes
Ensure accurate, timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP
Develop enterprise risk management framework and governance structures
Manage audit processes and external accounting relationships
What We're Looking For
10+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, with significant time in venture-backed, high-growth startups (Series A–C preferred)
Proven track record of building and scaling high-performing finance and accounting teams with career development pathways
Deep expertise in financial planning, forecasting, and growth modeling in scaling companies
Strong understanding of AI credits-based and recurring revenue business models and unit economics
Experience partnering with executive teams, presenting to boards and investors
Demonstrated ability to design and implement scalable financial systems, processes, and infrastructure
Strong accounting foundation with expertise in revenue recognition, internal controls, and financial operations
Highly analytical with ability to simplify complexity, influence cross-functional teams, and communicate to non-financial audiences
Hands-on, low-ego leader comfortable operating strategically and tactically with genuine interest in developing others
As a Plus
Experience leading finance through Series C or later-stage fundraising
Banking relationship management and treasury function experience
Exposure to IPO readiness, SEC reporting, or international finance operations
Familiarity with modern fintech solutions, data analytics platforms, and RPA/automation in finance
CPA and/or MBA highly preferred
Compa offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO and parental leave, equity, company offsites, continuous education, commuter benefits and a flexible work environment.