VP of Finance & Operations  

100% Remote (U.S. Based Only, Select States - See Below)

About the Role

StyleSeat is seeking a dynamic, strategic, & hands-on Vice President of Finance & Operations to join our executive leadership team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee all financial & operational functions of the businessincluding Finance, Investor Relations, Fraud & Compliance, Customer Support, & Successensuring alignment with StyleSeats long-term vision & growth strategy. You will be a key partner to the CEO & Board, driving financial performance, optimizing operations, & building resilient systems to support scalable & profitable growth.

You will lead high-impact teams, craft & execute company-wide financial & operational strategies, & champion a data-driven, performance-oriented culture. This is a critical leadership position for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth, & mission-driven environment.

What Youll Do

Strategic Finance Leadership

• Lead financial planning, analysis, & forecasting efforts in partnership with the CEO & senior leadership to support strategic decision-making & long-term planning.
• Own the companys financial model, ensuring robust scenario analysis, capital allocation strategy, & planning processes that drive ROI & sustainable growth.
• Oversee preparation & presentation of monthly, quarterly, & annual financial reports, including PCAOB-audited financial statements.
• Drive automation & enhancement of financial systems, tools, & operational workflows to improve insight, efficiency, & accuracy across the organization.
• Manage cash flow, fundraising strategy, & liquidity planning in alignment with corporate goals.

Investor Relations 

• Serve as the executive lead for investor relations & fundraising efforts, owning all communications & relationship management with current & prospective investors.
• Lead the development of investor materials - including board decks, fundraising pitches, & performance reports - ensuring clarity, transparency, & strategic alignment.
• Coordinate & manage the due diligence process, data room integrity, & cross-functional inputs for board meetings.

Fraud & Compliance

• Provide executive oversight of the Fraud & Risk team, building & evolving fraud prevention programs that protect the platform & its users.
• Develop internal controls, reporting frameworks, & proactive risk mitigation strategies to address evolving threats & maintain regulatory compliance.
• Act as an executive sponsor of enterprise-wide compliance, ethics, & risk mitigation initiatives.

Customer Experience

• Lead the Customer Support & Success teams in setting & exceeding service benchmarks while enhancing efficiency & reducing operational costs.
• Champion initiatives that improve customer satisfaction, retention, & lifetime value.
• Ensure cross-functional alignment between operations & business objectives, continuously iterating on systems, tools, & metrics that drive excellence.

Who You Are

Successful candidates can come from a variety of backgrounds, yet here are some of the critical experiences were looking for:

Qualifications & Experience

• 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, & partnering with C-level executives & Boards.
• Deep experience managing teams across Finance, Compliance, Risk/Fraud, & Customer Experience in a fast-paced, data-driven organization
• Exceptional command of financial modeling, business intelligence tools, & strategic planning methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to drive transformation, motivate teams, & build high-trust cultures.

Key Competencies:

• Executive presence & excellent stakeholder communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Strong analytical mindset & strategic thinking, balanced with hands-on operational capability.
• Track record of innovation & continuous improvement in financial systems & operational processes.
• High integrity, sound judgment, & the ability to manage confidential & sensitive information with discretion.

Company Overview

StyleSeat is the premier business platform for SMBs in the beauty & wellness industry to run & grow their business; & destination for consumers to discover, book & pay. To date, StyleSeat has powered more than 200 million appointments totaling over $12 billion in revenue for small businesses. StyleSeat is a platform & marketplace designed to support & promote the beauty & personal care community. 

Today, StyleSeat connects consumers with top-rated beauty professionals in their area for a variety of services, including hair styling, barbering, massage, waxing, & nail care, among others. Our platform ensures that Pros maximize their schedules & earnings by minimizing gaps & cancellations, effectively attracting & retaining clientele.

StyleSeat Culture & Values 

• Diversity - We celebrate & welcome diversity in backgrounds, experiences, & perspectives. We believe in the importance of creating an inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive. 
• Curiosity - We are committed to fostering a culture of learning & growth. We ask questions, challenge assumptions, & explore new ideas. 
• Community - We are committed to making a positive impact on each, even when win-win-win scenarios are not always clear or possible in every decision. We strive to find solutions that benefit the community as a whole & drive our shared success.
• Transparency - We are committed to open, honest, & clear communication. We hold ourselves accountable for maintaining the trust of our customers & team.
• Entrepreneurship - We are self-driven big-picture thinkers - we move fast & pivot when necessary to achieve our goals. 

Applicant Note: 

StyleSeat is a fully remote, distributed workforce, however, we only have business entities established in the below list of states and, thus are unable to consider candidates who live in states not on this list for the time being. **Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

* Alabama

* Arizona

* California

* Colorado

* Florida

* Georgia

* Illinois

* Indiana

* Maryland

* Massachusetts

* Michigan

* Nebraska

* New Jersey

* New York

* Ohio

* Oregon

* Pennsylvania

* Virginia

* Washington