Head of Finance

About Distyl

Distyl partners with the Global Fortune 1000 to lead $100M+ transformations through AI-native automation of core operations. Backed by Lightspeed, Khosla, and Coatue, we operate like a special ops team: fast, outcome-driven, and focused on solving high-stakes enterprise challenges. Our team blends elite talent from tech, strategy, and government to build the future of AI-powered enterprise operations.

About the Role

We’re hiring a Head of Finance to build and scale the finance function from the ground up.

This is both a strategic and hands-on role, you’ll set up systems, processes, and models while serving as a key thought partner to the CEO and leadership team.

You’ll own the full finance stack, from operating rhythm (budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and reporting) to strategic finance (fundraising, capital planning, and scenario modeling). You’ll build and lead a small team across FP&A, accounting, and operations to create the financial infrastructure for scale.

This is a high-impact role for a finance leader who thrives in fast-moving environments, is comfortable with ambiguity, and wants to help shape the trajectory of a high-growth AI company.

What You’ll Do

• Build and lead Distyl’s finance function, including FP&A, accounting, and reporting from the ground up.

• Partner closely with the COO and leadership team across Operations, Growth, and Engineering to inform key business decisions.

• Develop financial models, forecasts, and frameworks to guide hiring, pricing, and investment decisions.

• Create scalable processes for budget discipline, expense management, and financial accountability.

• Lead and manage fundraising preparation, owning investor materials, scenario modeling, and due diligence readiness.

• Design and manage monthly and quarterly close processes in partnership with external accounting firms.

• Deliver clear, actionable financial reporting and insights for executives, the board, and investors.

• Oversee treasury, cash management, and capital allocation to ensure financial sustainability and strategic growth.

• Build, coach, and develop a small finance team as the company scales.

Who You Are

• 10–15 years of progressive experience in finance, ideally across FP&A, strategic finance, and accounting.

• Experience in high-growth technology or AI companies, with time spent leading or building finance functions.

• Background in investment banking, consulting, private equity, or corporate FP&A.

• Strong analytical and modeling skills, able to translate complex data into clear insights and strategic actions.

• Excellent communicator with the ability to influence executive and board-level discussions.

• Hands-on, pragmatic operator who builds for scale but isn’t afraid to dive into the details.

• Experience leading and growing small, high-performing teams.

• Prior fundraising, investor reporting, or M&A experience preferred.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including equity options and healthcare.

• The opportunity to work at a mission-driven AI startup that is transforming how Fortune 500 companies operate.

• A fast-paced, dynamic work environment where your contributions will directly impact the company’s success.

• A collaborative culture that values professional growth and encourages taking on new responsibilities.

Note: Distyl is a hybrid working environment and requires in-office collaboration 3 days a week. We have offices in San Francisco, CA and New York, NY, and this role is available in San Francisco office.