VP, Finance and Biz Ops

AI AT ZAPIER

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Posted 1/8/2026

ABOUT ZAPIER

We're humans who simply think computers should do more work.

At Zapier https://zapier.com/about, we’re not just making software—we’re building a platform to help millions of businesses globally scale with automation and AI https://zapier.com/ai. Our mission is to make automation work for everyone by delivering products that delight our customers https://zapier.com/customer-stories. You’ll collaborate with brilliant people, use the latest tools, and leverage the flexibility of remote work. Your work will directly fuel our customers’ success https://zapier.com/zapconnect, and as they grow, so will you.

THE ROLE

As the Finance & Business Operations Leader, you will be a key member of the Zapier leadership team, leading our Finance and Business Operations (BizOps) functions. You will partner with the CFO, executive team, and board members to drive financial health, strategic decision-making, and operational excellence. This role is ideal for a data-driven leader who thrives in high-growth, SaaS environments and enjoys leading teams that provide financial insights and business solutions.

THINGS YOU’LL DO

Strategic Finance & Financial Leadership

- Develop and execute long-term financial strategies to drive business growth and profitability.

- Lead financial planning & analysis (FP&A), corporate finance, forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning.

- Provide data-driven insights and scenario modeling to influence executive decision-making.

- Establish and maintain strong relationships with executive leaders to align financial strategy with company goals.

- Oversee investment planning, capital allocation, and corporate finance initiatives, including pricing and international expansion strategies.

- Lead the development and maintenance of financial reporting frameworks, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

- Guide financial due diligence for potential acquisitions.

- Manage relationships with investors, external auditors, and financial institutions.

Business Operations & Performance Management

- Lead the Business Operations (BizOps) team, ensuring alignment with finance and corporate strategy.

- Implement key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial dashboards to track business performance.

- Partner with cross-functional teams (Product, Sales, Marketing) to enhance financial efficiency and operational scalability.

- Drive process automation and financial systems improvements to support a high-growth SaaS environment.

Leadership & Team Development

- Lead, mentor, and scale the Finance & BizOps teams, ensuring alignment with company growth.

- Recruit and develop top talent in finance, accounting, and business operations.

- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and financial discipline.

ABOUT YOU

- 10+ years of experience in finance, business operations, or corporate strategy, with leadership experience in a high-growth SaaS or tech environment.

- Strong background in financial planning, forecasting, and corporate finance.

- Proven track record of leading Finance & BizOps teams and partnering with executive leadership.

- Experience with SaaS financial metrics, pricing strategies, and operational efficiency in software businesses.

- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

- Experience in fundraising, M&A, and managing investor relations is a plus.

- Ability to thrive in a remote-first, fast-paced, and high-growth environment.

- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (MBA, CFA, or CPA preferred)

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

The anticipated application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later, or if the position is filled.

Even though we’re an all-remote company, we still need to be thoughtful about where we have Zapiens working. Check out this resource https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VzesvLsgVG2RDRPtGvBF8CbcB9ZA-Hsddg0P2ildBb8/edit for a list of countries where we currently cannot have Zapiens permanently working.