Position : Financial Systems & Operations Lead
Location : San Francisco Bay Area (Hybrid : Tues Thurs in-office)
Industry : Internet Infrastructure / Hardware + Software Scale-Up (Business Internet Services)
Employment Type : Full-time (Permanent)
About the Role
Our client, a Series C-funded infrastructure innovator, is seeking a Financial Systems & Operations Lead to drive scalable financial infrastructure across billing, procurement, and reporting. This is a high-impact opportunity for a scrappy, systems-minded operator ready to own tooling strategy and lead audits from day one.
You ll be the go-to builder for financial systems that support rapid growth in a $100M+ market. From selecting a new ERP to chasing down a late customer payment, you ll do what it takes to keep operations smooth and scalable. If you thrive in ambiguity, love clean design and relentless execution, and want to accelerate your career toward a controller role, this is your moment.
What Success Looks Like
Within six months, you ll have :
- Implemented multiple systems and processes across revenue and payables
- Diagnosed and solved operational bottlenecks with elegant, scalable solutions
- Built a foundation for financial clarity and growth across the organization
Long-term, you will :
Own the financial tooling strategy selecting and integrating ERP, billing, and procurement platformsGuide financial decisions across departments, ensuring cash is managed wiselyBuild and lead a team that values both execution and experienceDay-to-Day Responsibilities
Automate vendor payments and billing workflowsCollaborate with Deployment Ops, Sales, and Rev Ops to streamline month-end closeConfigure ERP and billing integrationsLead financial audits end-to-end from design to implementationIdeal Candidate Profile
3 5+ years in finance, accounting, or operations with end-to-end ownership of financial processesExperience in Series A C startups (50 500 employees), ideally with hardware / inventory complexityProven track record implementing or optimizing financial systems and leading auditsBackground in accounting with strong analytical and spreadsheet skillsComfortable assessing new tech platforms and writing systems proposalsHigh ownership, ambition, and willingness to tackle tasks big and smallStrong verbal and written communication skillsKind, collaborative, and committed to building processes that serve employees, customers, and vendorsTech Stack Exposure
ERP : NetSuite, Sage Intacct, QuickBooksBilling Systems & Procurement ToolsWhy This Role Is a Career Accelerator
Own financial tooling strategy from day oneLead your first Big Four auditWork with high-profile customers in tech and financeBuild systems for a vertically integrated hardware + software businessPosition yourself to become a controller within 4 5 yearsPerks & Culture
In-house chef with lunch provided 5 days / weekFlexible hybrid scheduleSan Francisco BayEquity upside in a company transforming internet infrastructureWhy FOCUSPOINT?
At FocusPoint, we don t just fill roles, we build longevity. We specialize in placing high-impact professionals into mission-critical positions where innovation, ownership, and growth intersect. Our team understands the nuances of financial operations, startup scaling, and infrastructure transformation, and we partner only with companies that offer meaningful career acceleration.
When you work with FocusPoint, you gain :
Strategic access to roles with long-term leadership potentialTransparent guidance throughout the hiring processA partner who benchmarks every opportunity for growth, culture, and impactA commitment to your career trajectory not just your next jobLet s build something lasting together.