You.com · 1 month ago
Head of Strategic Finance
San Francisco, CA (Hybrid)
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$240K/yr - $290K/yr
10+ years expyou.com is an AI-powered search and productivity platform designed to empower users with personalized, efficient, and trustworthy search experiences. The role involves building and leading the corporate FP&A function, partnering with teams across the organization to drive financial planning, budgeting, and strategic decision-making.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)ChatbotGenerative AIInformation TechnologyInternetSearch Engine
Responsibilities
Build and Lead the Strategic Finance Function: Establish and scale the corporate FP&A function, including processes, tools, and systems to support financial planning and analysis
Financial Planning and Analysis: Partner with department leaders to align financial plans with business objectives and ensure accountability for financial performance
Strategic Decision Support: Provide financial insights and recommendations to support key business decisions, including resource allocation, investment opportunities, and cost optimization
Drive automation and scalability
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with teams across the organization, including Product, Engineering, Marketing, and Sales, to align financial planning with operational goals. Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing data-driven insights and recommendations
Support CEO and VP of Finance board, investor relations and fundraising and M&A strategy
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in strategic finance, FP&A, investment banking, private equity, or management consulting
Proven track record of building and leading FP&A or strategic finance functions, ideally in a high-growth startup or tech environment
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights
Strong financial modeling expertise and proficiency in tools like Excel, Google Sheets, and financial planning software
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior leadership
Strong business judgment and a bias toward action, with the ability to anticipate challenges and proactively address them
A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and is excited about building something from the ground up
Preferred
Experience working with SaaS and both subscription-based and usage-based revenue models is highly preferred
Corp development experience is a plus
Benefits
Hubs in San Francisco and New York City offering regular in-person gatherings and co-working sessions
Flexible PTO with U.S. holidays observed and a week shutdown in December to rest and recharge*
A competitive health insurance plan covers 100% of the policyholder and 75% for dependents*
12 weeks of paid parental leave in the US*
401k program, 3% match - vested immediately!*
$500 work-from-home stipend to be used up to a year of your start date*
$1,200 per year Health & Wellness Allowance to support your personal goals*
The chance to collaborate with a team at the forefront of AI research
Company
You.com
You.com is a personalized AI search engine that delivers customized recommendations and allows natural conversation with its AI chatbot.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$195MKey Investors
Cox EnterprisesRadical VenturesMarc Benioff
2025-09-03Series C· $100M
2024-06-17Series B· $50M
2022-07-14Series A· $25M
Leadership Team
Richard Socher
CEO
Bryan McCann
Cofounder | CTO
Recent News
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