Head of Finance

Vendelux https://vendelux.com/ is transforming how companies discover, evaluate, and maximize the impact of events. Event marketers are the driving force behind pipeline and brand — yet events remain one of the least optimized and most opaque marketing channels. Vendelux changes that. We provide the system of record for event marketing, giving teams the data and insights they need to make smarter, more strategic decisions. Our AI-powered platform delivers proprietary insights across 250,000+ events, helping high-growth companies identify where their ideal customers will be, maximize ROI, and turn events into a scalable growth channel. Customers often describe Vendelux as an event marketer’s dream. A key part of this is our growing network of event organizer partnerships — where organizers share first-party attendee and sponsorship data, and in return gain access to valuable market insights. In addition, Vendelux Meetings helps customers turn event insights into action — using AI to identify high-value attendees and automatically book 1:1 meetings with the right prospects at conferences. This allows teams to maximize pipeline generation and make every event materially more impactful. Founded in 2021, Vendelux is a Series A SaaS company backed by leading investors including FirstMark, with a recent $14M round. Our team brings experience from companies like Bain, ZoomInfo, Shutterstock, Compass, Forter, Airbnb, and more. ________________ Vendelux is seeking a Head of Finance to serve as a strategic partner to the CFO and a key leader on the operations team. Reporting to the CFO, you will directly manage a team of six across Finance, Accounting, HR, Legal, and Revenue Operations—including a Controller, FP&A Manager, Head of Talent, HR Generalist, Legal Associate, and Rev Ops Manager. This is a player-coach role: you will set the strategic direction for each function while coaching and developing your direct reports to execute at a high level. The ideal candidate has experience building and leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and is energized by scaling people and systems in parallel. You will play a critical role in steering the company through its next phase of growth—laying the operational foundation that enables Vendelux to scale efficiently and position for a successful Series C and beyond. This position will be a full-time role based in our NYC headquarters, with an expectation of working in the office four days per week. WHAT YOU’LL DO Team Leadership & Management - Directly manage and develop a team of six: Controller, FP&A Manager, Head of Talent (Recruiting), HR Generalist, Legal Associate, and Rev Ops Manager - Set clear goals, KPIs, and professional development plans for each direct report; run regular 1:1s and team meetings to maintain alignment and accountability - Foster a high-performance, collaborative team culture that balances operational rigor with the speed and adaptability required at a Series B startup - Identify hiring needs as the company scales and build a roadmap for expanding the team across each function - Serve as a mentor and career sponsor, creating growth opportunities and succession plans within the organization Finance & Strategy - Partner with the FP&A Manager to own the annual budgeting process, quarterly forecasts, and rolling financial models that inform executive decision-making - Build and maintain a robust three-statement financial model with scenario analysis to support fundraising, board reporting, and strategic planning - Deliver monthly financial reporting packages to the CFO, CEO, and Board of Directors with variance analysis and actionable commentary - Manage cash flow planning, runway analysis, and capital allocation to ensure the company operates with appropriate financial discipline - Partner with department heads to build and track departmental budgets, headcount plans, and ROI frameworks Accounting - Guide the Controller through month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP - Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions managed by the Controller and accounting team - Own the relationship with external auditors and tax advisors; lead preparation for the company’s first independent audit - Implement and refine internal controls, policies, and procedures to ensure SOX-readiness as the company scales - Oversee revenue recognition policies in compliance with ASC 606 for SaaS subscription and usage-based revenue HR & People Operations - Lead the Head of Talent and HR Generalist to deliver on core HR functions including recruiting, benefits administration, compensation benchmarking, and compliance with federal and state employment regulations - Partner with leadership to design and implement scalable people processes: onboarding, performance management, and emplo