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Propel Recruitment LLC
Chief finance officer job in San Jose, CA
About the Organization A rapidly growing accounting and finance solutions firm serving clients across the U.S. and internationally. With a large, skilled team operating globally, the company delivers outsourced accounting, finance, tax, and advisory services supported by deep technical expertise and a strong service culture. San Francisco, CA (US-based) with regular international travel Role Overview The CEO will serve as the organization's senior-most executive leader, responsible for shaping strategic direction, advancing market position, and ensuring operational excellence across all regions. This individual will drive growth, deepen client relationships, and unify teams around a shared global vision. The ideal candidate brings extensive U.S. CPA-firm or professional-services leadership experience, a strong grasp of the outsourced/offshore services landscape, and a proven record of scaling large, multicultural organizations. What You'll Lead Vision, Strategy & Market Expansion Define and champion a forward-looking strategy that accelerates growth in core and emerging markets. Identify opportunities to expand service offerings, evolve the value proposition, and deepen market penetration. Build strategic partnerships, alliances, and potential acquisition pathways that support long-term expansion. Represent the firm at key industry events to elevate brand visibility and credibility. Commercial, Financial & Operational Performance Deliver against targets for revenue, margin, and profitability while maintaining sustainable business growth. Guide financial planning and capital allocation, balancing innovation with operational discipline. Monitor organizational performance and drive improvements through data-driven decision-making. Global Operations & Service Delivery Oversee integrated operations across all regions, ensuring alignment, efficiency, and high-quality execution. Strengthen systems, workflows, and delivery models to enhance productivity and client satisfaction. Improve resource planning and cross-functional collaboration across geographically distributed teams. Client, Partner & Market Engagement Serve as the leading ambassador of the organization with clients, partners, and industry stakeholders. Cultivate executive-level relationships that support retention, partnership growth, and new opportunities. Build alliances that reinforce competitive positioning and expand the firm's reach. People Leadership & Culture Lead and inspire a global leadership team committed to excellence, accountability, and innovation. Drive leadership development, succession planning, and talent growth strategies across the enterprise. Foster a unified, high-performance culture grounded in collaboration, service, and shared purpose. Governance, Ethics & Risk Management Uphold strong governance standards and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements across jurisdictions. Enhance risk management frameworks to protect operational, financial, and reputational integrity. Partner with the Board to support aligned, transparent decision-making. What You Bring Education Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field (required) Active CPA MBA or related graduate degree (preferred) Experience Profile ~20+ years of progressive leadership experience, including 10+ years in senior executive roles (Partner, MD, COO, CEO) within a CPA firm, BPO, or professional services environment. Demonstrated success scaling organizations and managing multi-entity or cross-border operations. Deep understanding of the U.S. accounting and finance services market and outsourced/offshore delivery models. Experience leading large teams (1,000+ employees) with full P&L responsibility. Proven record of shaping strong leadership teams and driving large-scale organizational transformation. Leadership Attributes Strategic, innovative, and able to think several steps ahead. Excellent communicator with influence across diverse stakeholders. Steady leadership during periods of growth and organizational change. High emotional intelligence, integrity, and global perspective. How Success Is Measured Revenue, profit, and margin performance Expansion of client portfolio, partnerships, and service offerings Operational efficiency and delivery excellence Leadership development, talent retention, employee engagement Market reputation and client satisfaction Successful execution of multi-year strategic initiatives Why This Role A unique opportunity to lead a global professional services organization entering an exciting phase of expansion. The CEO will shape strategy, elevate market presence, and guide a talented global team-positioning the company to become a standout leader in outsourced finance and accounting services.$144k-263k yearly est. 1d agoChief Operations Officer - Semiconductor/Electronics
Vida Group International
Chief finance officer job in San Jose, CA
About the Company: The COO will be responsible for the overall revenue leadership and financial results of the company including company revenue, strategy & planning, EBITDA, etc. Responsibilities will include the overall management of the organization while achieving company objectives. About the Role: Responsible for full operations of the business and both short term and long term financial results and strategy. Lead key operational and commercial initiatives that drive long-term growth and profitability for the company, responsible for the overall strategic growth of the company. Ensure the business meets expected financial returns. Lead and develop talent of direct report team and within entire organization. Develop yearly strategy and budget and monitor performance against expectations. Define strategy and lead execution of above market profitable sales growth. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree required; MBA highly preferred 10+ years senior operations experience (prefer Public Company background) leading an organization with full P&L growth in semiconductor/electronics or similar background. Experience overseeing commercial, strategy, business development, operations, and sales for the entire organization Ability to demonstrate a proven track record of driving change Experience developing and high performance teams Strong leadership skills while maintaining a team atmosphere and create employee centric environment$139k-207k yearly est. 4d agoCFO & Head of Capital Markets - Relocate to Los Angeles
MacDonald & Company
Chief finance officer job in San Jose, CA
About the Role Macdonald & Company has been exclusively retained by a privately held real estate investment firm to identify a strategic and execution-focused Chief Financial Officer & Head of Capital Markets. This dual-role executive will oversee all finance and accounting operations while leading capital raising efforts across institutional and high-net-worth channels. The role is part of the Senior Leadership Team and offers a path to partnership after three years based on performance. Key Responsibilities CFO Function: Lead all financial operations including accounting, budgeting, treasury, audit, tax, and compliance Manage internal controls, financial reporting, and investor communications Advise the CEO and support long-term planning and growth strategy Oversee financial statement preparation and cash flow analysis Direct and mentor accounting and finance staff Capital Markets Function: Lead all equity and debt fundraising initiatives Manage investor relationships, including family offices, institutions, and private clients Oversee creation of offering materials, investor reporting, and presentations Structure investment vehicles, analyze returns, and support the Investment Committee Develop and execute strategies to expand the firm's investor base Qualifications 8+ years of experience in real estate capital markets, accounting, and finance Proven ability to raise capital and manage investor relationships Strong technical proficiency in financial modeling and reporting CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred Experience with Yardi and advanced Excel required Strong leadership, communication, and relationship management skills Compensation Competitive base salary, annual bonus, and meaningful profit participation. Partnership opportunity available after 3 years.$149k-246k yearly est. 4d agoCPO mechanical/Thermal architect
Mediatek
Chief finance officer job in San Jose, CA
Collaborate with product architects during the early definition stage to understand and define package architectures and roadmaps. Design optical structures for silicon photonics products, focusing on thermal management, optoelectronic conversion, and packaging process integration. Partner with the design team and external vendors to develop package and thermal solutions, including FAU and supporting mechanical components and thermal, to meet product requirements. Support the prototype fabrication of silicon photonic optical engines, ensuring performance aligns with design and quality standards. Requirement Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field. Experience in developing and deploying silicon photonics solutions to the market. Experience in developing and deploying thermal solutions for silicon photonics to the market. Over 5 years of experience collaborating with manufacturing partners, including suppliers, OSATs, and foundries. In-depth knowledge of various thermal solutions, packaging architectures, such as 3D die stacking, 2.5D CoWoS, and fan-out packaging.$174k-238k yearly est. 2d agoChief AI Officer (CAIO)
Christian & Timbers
Chief finance officer job in Hayward, CA
About the Company A global AI company advancing foundational models, reinforcement learning, and multimodal architectures at enterprise scale. Its research emphasizes large language models, agentic systems, and distributed ML infrastructure, powering solutions across healthcare, finance, and mission-critical sectors. The company's mission is to deliver safe, explainable, high-performance AI into production environments, setting new global benchmarks for adoption and trust. The Opportunity: Chief AI Officer The company is seeking a Chief AI Officer (CAIO) to lead its scientific direction and drive innovation at the forefront of large-scale AI. The CAIO will oversee model research, distributed infrastructure, and applied machine learning deployment, while also shaping global standards for AI safety and governance. This role provides the authority to build a top-tier research organization and establish the path for enterprise adoption of intelligent systems. Key Responsibilities Foundation Model Research: Advance transformer-based architectures, LLM pre-training and fine-tuning, multimodal AI, and agent-driven frameworks. Reinforcement Learning: Scale RLHF and optimization strategies to improve robustness, alignment, and system reliability. Infrastructure Leadership: Architect distributed training pipelines and optimize large-scale compute environments using GPUs, TPUs, and emerging accelerators. AI Safety & Compliance: Develop frameworks for interpretability, adversarial robustness, bias detection, and alignment with global regulation. Scientific Leadership: Publish in leading AI conferences, represent the company in international forums, and establish it as a thought leader in global AI. Candidate Profile PhD in ML, CS, or applied mathematics with a strong publication record in NeurIPS, ICLR, ICML, or equivalent. 12+ years of AI research and leadership experience, with success in scaling foundation models and multimodal systems into production. Deep expertise in transformer architectures, RLHF, distributed optimization, large-scale data pipelines, and interpretability research. Recognized leader in AI with international influence across research, enterprise adoption, and regulatory ecosystems. Proven ability to build and lead high-impact research and engineering teams. Compensation & Benefits Executive compensation package with performance-based incentives tied to scientific and commercial milestones. Significant equity participation reflecting long-term value creation. Comprehensive health, vision, dental, and executive wellness programs. Platform to define the global future of intelligent systems and shape standards for safe, enterprise-scale AI.$122k-229k yearly est. 4d agoChief Scientific Officer (CSO)
EPM Scientific
Chief finance officer job in San Francisco, CA
Location: California (Onsite, Full-Time) Type: Permanent, Full-Time (Monday-Friday; occasional out-of-hours work expected) Travel: Some travel required This is a rare opportunity to join a global biopharmaceutical company at the C-Suite level who will be directly responsible for driving the scientific innovation and strategy across the company. As Chief Scientific Officer, you will work hand-in-hand with the CEO to define and execute strategies that drive the development of transformative therapies across a portfolio of complex, high-impact platforms. We are seeking a proven biotech leader with deep expertise in drug development-someone who thrives on solving scientific challenges and shaping programs that advance patient care. If you're ready to take the next bold step in your career and influence the trajectory of an organization and an entire field, this is your moment. Step into a role where your vision will accelerate progress, your leadership will set the standard for excellence, and your impact will be felt globally. Key Responsibilities Partner closely with the CEO and executive leadership to set and execute scientific strategy. Define and implement the organization's research priorities across preclinical and clinical programs. Lead global scientific teams to deliver R&D programs on time and within budget. Oversee budgets for scientific initiatives and ensure optimal resource allocation. Build and maintain relationships with regulatory authorities, professional organizations, and external partners. Evaluate business development opportunities, including in/out licensing and technical due diligence for acquisitions or co-development agreements. Represent the organization on scientific and technical matters with external stakeholders, including investigators and (optionally) the investment community. Manage collaborations with external research providers, such as CROs and independent investigators. Essential Qualifications PhD, PharmD, or MD in a relevant scientific discipline. 10 - 12 years of executive leadership experience leading teams throughout preclinical, clinical and commercial manufacturing within biotechnology or pharmaceuticals. Strong background in organic chemistry; experience with peptides, polymers, and formulation development preferred. Familiarity with global regulatory frameworks (FDA, EMA, IND/NDA filings) and ICH Good Clinical Practice. Proven scientific credibility through publications and/or patents. Expertise in clinical trial design, monitoring, and statistical reporting. Ability to interpret and evaluate clinical data and prepare regulatory documentation. Exceptional leadership, organizational, and project management skills. Excellent communication and presentation skills for diverse audiences. Financial management experience related to R&D budgets. Advanced proficiency in MS Office and related tools. Preferred Attributes Post-doctoral training in dermatology or related discipline (not required). Experience in a publicly traded company. Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving skills. Ability to foster collaboration across internal teams and external partners. What's Offered Competitive compensation and benefits. Opportunity to work on cutting-edge science with global impact. High degree of commercial exposure and collaboration with leading scientific experts. Dynamic, fast-paced environment focused on innovation and delivery.$107k-175k yearly est. 1d agoFounding CTO/Head of Engineering at AI Startup (backed by a16z Speedrun, pre-seed)
Sun
Chief finance officer job in Palo Alto, CA
SUN is an AI audio-learning app. A GenAI alternative to Audible and podcasts. We turn any topic, book, or idea into a high-quality audio course, with real-time Q&A while listening. We just got into the a16z Speedrun SR006 program (0.5% acceptance rate), kicking off this January in San Francisco. We're now looking for a Founding CTO, a Staff/Principal-level AI Engineer. Someone who is positive, slightly delusional (in the best founder way), a high-performer with high integrity, and genuinely smart. If that's you, you'll feel at home here. Responsibilities Architect, build, and ship code daily across AI, web, mobile, and infra Lead and mentor team engineers Design and optimize our AI system: quality, speed, cost, evals, context, TTS, conversational agents Own the entire technical roadmap from 0→1 and beyond Recruit, hire, and build the early engineering team Establish engineering culture, velocity, and standards from day one Help define the DNA of the company Qualifications 5+ years architecting, shipping & scaling AI products Deep experience with LLMs, evals, context/retrieval systems, TTS, agents, and model integration Comfortable across the stack: Flutter, Node, Supabase, AWS, DevOps, pipelines, instrumentation Experience recruiting and building small, elite engineering teams Ideally Bay Area-based (we'll be in SF during a16z Speedrun program) Bias toward action, craftsmanship, and building fast without drama Positive attitude, high personal integrity, and the founder-level ambition to build something huge What we offer Founding equity, ownership, and a much lower salary than at big tech lol A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help build the next unicorn company from day zero Direct access to a16z's network and Speedrun support at the earliest stage If you're a Silicon Valley experienced AI Engineer who codes daily, ships, and dreams big, let's talk.$158k-254k yearly est. 4d agoChief Technology Officer [Dubai]
Talent Seed
Chief finance officer job in San Jose, CA
*This role requires relocation to Dubai** Our client is looking for a CTO. In this role, you will guide the software team through the design and development of our current and future products. You are comfortable taking action in an environment where complete information is unavailable, and you can help your team deliver well-architected products that maintain high quality. Experience coordinating many moving parts to meet tight deadlines and having contingency plans ready when priorities shift is a must-have. We are seeking an engineering leader who has the following: 15+ years of experience designing and scaling distributed, low-latency systems, including 5+ years leading large engineering organisations (250+ engineers) Demonstrated expertise in complex, real-time domains such as on-demand delivery, ad-tech auctions, or high-frequency trading/energy platforms. Proven success in building and deploying real-time optimisation systems - including vehicle routing, maps, dynamic assignment (e.g.Hungarian algorithm), integer linear programming, and reinforcement learning-based control loops - at 10K+ TPS scale. Deep technical proficiency with microservice architectures, event-driven systems (Kafka or equivalent), geospatial frameworks (H3/S2), and languages such as Python, Go, and Java. Hands-on experience establishing end-to-end ML infrastructure, including online/offline feature pipelines, feature stores and A/B experimentation platforms. Relentlessly strive to push towards best practices and team goals while being flexible in a fast-paced startup environment. You have an entrepreneurial spirit, strong commercial acumen, grit, and a deep appreciation for quality.$141k-240k yearly est. 3d agoChief Technology Officer - Technology Incubator
Radley James
Chief finance officer job in San Jose, CA
Top technology incubator focused on building and investing in generation-defining companies are looking for a CTO with 7+ years experience to serve as their senior-most technical leader. This role is for a founder-CTO type who has built and scaled products from zero to one and from one to many. We are looking for someone equally comfortable in the boardroom and hands-on keyboard, who will own the technology strategy for the platform, build and lead internal teams, and work directly with founders and operators across the firms portfolio. What will you be doing? Set a unified technology strategy Partner with founders in incubation and early-stage ventures on product, architecture, and early technical hiring. Architect shared systems, data infrastructure, and internal tools used across operating companies. Drive the development of AI agents, automation workflows, and vertical AI tools for real businesses. Build and lead a cross-functional team spanning software engineering, AI/ML, data, and product. What we're looking for: Bachelor or Masters degree from a top 30 university in Computer Science or similar 7+ years of experience as CTO, VP of Engineering, or Founding Engineer at a high- growth start-up or medium-sized technology company Experience in incubators or venture studios Deep expertise in software architecture, distributed systems, and/or data platforms. Meaningful experience with AI/ML and modern LLM ecosystems. Networks in top- tier engineering and AI/ML talent pools. This would predominantly be an onsite role in either San Francisco or New York. Compensation is highly competitive and contingent on experience. Will include competitive equity.$141k-240k yearly est. 1d agoChief Technology Officer
Harrison Clarke
Chief finance officer job in San Mateo, CA
As the Founding CTO, you will be the technical visionary and leader responsible for defining and executing the company's technology strategy. You will oversee the development of our product, build and lead a high-performing engineering team, and ensure our technology aligns with our business goals. This is a hands-on role requiring both strategic leadership and technical expertise in a fast-paced, early-stage startup environment. We are a seed-stage startup currently in stealth revolutionizing an entire industry with cutting edge technology creating precision sensors and redefining an entire space. As a founding team member, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our technical vision, building our product from the ground up, and driving our startup's success. Key Responsibilities Technical Vision & Strategy: Define and articulate the company's technical vision, architecture, and roadmap in alignment with business objectives. Identify and implement scalable, innovative technologies to drive product development and competitive advantage. Stay ahead of industry trends to ensure our technology remains cutting-edge. Product Development: Lead the end-to-end development of our core product, from ideation to deployment and iteration. Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code while establishing best practices for the engineering team. Oversee system architecture, ensuring scalability, security, and performance. Team Building & Leadership: Recruit, mentor, and lead a world-class engineering team as the company grows. Foster a collaborative and innovative engineering culture. Establish processes for agile development, code reviews, and continuous integration/delivery. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with the CEO, product, and business teams to align technical initiatives with customer needs and business goals. Work with external stakeholders, including investors, partners, and vendors, to communicate technical vision and progress. Operational Excellence: Oversee technical operations, including infrastructure, cloud services, and cybersecurity. Ensure robust testing, monitoring, and maintenance of systems to deliver a reliable product. Qualifications Experience: 7+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 3 years in a technical leadership role. Proven track record of building and scaling technology products, ideally in a startup or early-stage environment. Experience as a founder or early employee at a startup is a strong plus. Leadership & Communication: Exceptional leadership skills with a passion for mentoring and building high-performing teams. Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Entrepreneurial mindset with a willingness to wear multiple hats in a fast-paced environment. Mindset: Passion for solving hard problems and building innovative solutions from scratch. Comfortable with ambiguity and thriving in a dynamic, resource-constrained startup environment. Strong sense of ownership and accountability for the company's technical success. What We Offer Equity: A significant equity stake as a founding team member, offering the opportunity to share in the company's long-term success. Impact: The chance to shape the technical foundation of a high-growth startup and make a meaningful impact. Autonomy: Freedom to make critical technical decisions and build a world-class engineering organization. Growth: A collaborative, fast-paced environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.$142k-241k yearly est. 4d agoChief Technology Officer
Ghost
Chief finance officer job in Fremont, CA
Founder - CTO | $200M+ AUM | Portfolio over $2B in terprise Value | 0 to 1 Join a High-Profile Venture Capital Firm as Their Portfolio-Wide CTO & shape the next generation of AI-driven companies. If you're a founder-minded engineering leader who thrives at zero-to-one and scaling to many, this is one of the most impactful CTO roles you'll find in the market. You'll serve as the senior-most technical leader across a high-profile venture capital firm that incubates and scales category-defining companies. With $200M+ AUM, 32+ investments, and a portfolio generating over $2B in enterprise value, this firm blends venture capital, venture studio, and hands-on company building - and they're looking for a technical leader who can set the bar for everything that comes next. Why You Should You apply? This is a rare opportunity to operate as a CTO across multiple companies while partnering directly with founders and proven operators who've built multi-billion-dollar businesses. You'll influence technology strategy at portfolio scale, architect shared systems, drive AI automation across operating companies, and help launch new ventures from the ground up. It's high-ownership, high-impact, and deeply entrepreneurial. The Role Chief Technology Officer - Portfolio & Incubation You will: Define a unified technology strategy across the incubator. Partner with founders on product, architecture, and early technical hiring. Architect shared systems, data platforms, and internal tools used across operating companies. Drive development of AI agents, automation workflows, and vertical AI tools. Build and lead a cross-functional team across engineering, AI/ML, data, and product. What They're Looking For Must have graduated from a top 30 US instituition 7+ years as CTO, VP Engineering, Founding Engineer, or similar at a high-growth tech company (VC backed) Has taken a startup from 0 to Series B Proven track record shipping real products and building AI-powered systems Experience in venture studios, incubators, or early-stage startup environments Strong foundation in software architecture, distributed systems, and data platforms Hands-on experience with AI/ML, LLM ecosystems, and agentic/automation workflows Deep networks in top-tier engineering and AI/ML talent pools Strong leadership ability - able to recruit, scale, and mentor elite technical teams If you want to architect systems used across an entire portfolio, influence multiple company trajectories, and build alongside elite founders and operators. This is the role 👻$160k-249k yearly est. 1d agoChief Executive Officer
Propel Recruitment LLC
Chief finance officer job in Fremont, CA
About the Organization A rapidly growing accounting and finance solutions firm serving clients across the U.S. and internationally. With a large, skilled team operating globally, the company delivers outsourced accounting, finance, tax, and advisory services supported by deep technical expertise and a strong service culture. San Francisco, CA (US-based) with regular international travel Role Overview The CEO will serve as the organization's senior-most executive leader, responsible for shaping strategic direction, advancing market position, and ensuring operational excellence across all regions. This individual will drive growth, deepen client relationships, and unify teams around a shared global vision. The ideal candidate brings extensive U.S. CPA-firm or professional-services leadership experience, a strong grasp of the outsourced/offshore services landscape, and a proven record of scaling large, multicultural organizations. What You'll Lead Vision, Strategy & Market Expansion Define and champion a forward-looking strategy that accelerates growth in core and emerging markets. Identify opportunities to expand service offerings, evolve the value proposition, and deepen market penetration. Build strategic partnerships, alliances, and potential acquisition pathways that support long-term expansion. Represent the firm at key industry events to elevate brand visibility and credibility. Commercial, Financial & Operational Performance Deliver against targets for revenue, margin, and profitability while maintaining sustainable business growth. Guide financial planning and capital allocation, balancing innovation with operational discipline. Monitor organizational performance and drive improvements through data-driven decision-making. Global Operations & Service Delivery Oversee integrated operations across all regions, ensuring alignment, efficiency, and high-quality execution. Strengthen systems, workflows, and delivery models to enhance productivity and client satisfaction. Improve resource planning and cross-functional collaboration across geographically distributed teams. Client, Partner & Market Engagement Serve as the leading ambassador of the organization with clients, partners, and industry stakeholders. Cultivate executive-level relationships that support retention, partnership growth, and new opportunities. Build alliances that reinforce competitive positioning and expand the firm's reach. People Leadership & Culture Lead and inspire a global leadership team committed to excellence, accountability, and innovation. Drive leadership development, succession planning, and talent growth strategies across the enterprise. Foster a unified, high-performance culture grounded in collaboration, service, and shared purpose. Governance, Ethics & Risk Management Uphold strong governance standards and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements across jurisdictions. Enhance risk management frameworks to protect operational, financial, and reputational integrity. Partner with the Board to support aligned, transparent decision-making. What You Bring Education Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field (required) Active CPA MBA or related graduate degree (preferred) Experience Profile ~20+ years of progressive leadership experience, including 10+ years in senior executive roles (Partner, MD, COO, CEO) within a CPA firm, BPO, or professional services environment. Demonstrated success scaling organizations and managing multi-entity or cross-border operations. Deep understanding of the U.S. accounting and finance services market and outsourced/offshore delivery models. Experience leading large teams (1,000+ employees) with full P&L responsibility. Proven record of shaping strong leadership teams and driving large-scale organizational transformation. Leadership Attributes Strategic, innovative, and able to think several steps ahead. Excellent communicator with influence across diverse stakeholders. Steady leadership during periods of growth and organizational change. High emotional intelligence, integrity, and global perspective. How Success Is Measured Revenue, profit, and margin performance Expansion of client portfolio, partnerships, and service offerings Operational efficiency and delivery excellence Leadership development, talent retention, employee engagement Market reputation and client satisfaction Successful execution of multi-year strategic initiatives Why This Role A unique opportunity to lead a global professional services organization entering an exciting phase of expansion. The CEO will shape strategy, elevate market presence, and guide a talented global team-positioning the company to become a standout leader in outsourced finance and accounting services.$144k-263k yearly est. 1d agoCFO & Head of Capital Markets - Relocate to Los Angeles
MacDonald & Company
Chief finance officer job in Hayward, CA
About the Role Macdonald & Company has been exclusively retained by a privately held real estate investment firm to identify a strategic and execution-focused Chief Financial Officer & Head of Capital Markets. This dual-role executive will oversee all finance and accounting operations while leading capital raising efforts across institutional and high-net-worth channels. The role is part of the Senior Leadership Team and offers a path to partnership after three years based on performance. Key Responsibilities CFO Function: Lead all financial operations including accounting, budgeting, treasury, audit, tax, and compliance Manage internal controls, financial reporting, and investor communications Advise the CEO and support long-term planning and growth strategy Oversee financial statement preparation and cash flow analysis Direct and mentor accounting and finance staff Capital Markets Function: Lead all equity and debt fundraising initiatives Manage investor relationships, including family offices, institutions, and private clients Oversee creation of offering materials, investor reporting, and presentations Structure investment vehicles, analyze returns, and support the Investment Committee Develop and execute strategies to expand the firm's investor base Qualifications 8+ years of experience in real estate capital markets, accounting, and finance Proven ability to raise capital and manage investor relationships Strong technical proficiency in financial modeling and reporting CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred Experience with Yardi and advanced Excel required Strong leadership, communication, and relationship management skills Compensation Competitive base salary, annual bonus, and meaningful profit participation. Partnership opportunity available after 3 years.$150k-246k yearly est. 4d agoCPO architect for packaging, optical alignment and test
Mediatek
Chief finance officer job in San Jose, CA
Collaborate with product architects in the early definition stage to understand and define package architectures and roadmaps. Partner with the design team and external vendors to develop package solutions, including FAU and supporting mechanical components, to meet product requirements. Define mechanical test vehicles to establish design rules and DFM/DFY guidelines. Requirement Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field. Experience in developing and deploying silicon photonics solutions to the market. Experience in developing photonics coupler assembly, testing, and DFM. Over 5 years of experience in semiconductor technology development roles. Over 5 years of experience collaborating with manufacturing partners, including suppliers, OSATs, and foundries. In-depth knowledge of various packaging architectures, such as 3D die stacking, 2.5D CoWoS, and fan-out packaging.$174k-238k yearly est. 2d agoChief AI Officer (CAIO)
Christian & Timbers
Chief finance officer job in San Mateo, CA
About the Company A global AI company advancing foundational models, reinforcement learning, and multimodal architectures at enterprise scale. Its research emphasizes large language models, agentic systems, and distributed ML infrastructure, powering solutions across healthcare, finance, and mission-critical sectors. The company's mission is to deliver safe, explainable, high-performance AI into production environments, setting new global benchmarks for adoption and trust. The Opportunity: Chief AI Officer The company is seeking a Chief AI Officer (CAIO) to lead its scientific direction and drive innovation at the forefront of large-scale AI. The CAIO will oversee model research, distributed infrastructure, and applied machine learning deployment, while also shaping global standards for AI safety and governance. This role provides the authority to build a top-tier research organization and establish the path for enterprise adoption of intelligent systems. Key Responsibilities Foundation Model Research: Advance transformer-based architectures, LLM pre-training and fine-tuning, multimodal AI, and agent-driven frameworks. Reinforcement Learning: Scale RLHF and optimization strategies to improve robustness, alignment, and system reliability. Infrastructure Leadership: Architect distributed training pipelines and optimize large-scale compute environments using GPUs, TPUs, and emerging accelerators. AI Safety & Compliance: Develop frameworks for interpretability, adversarial robustness, bias detection, and alignment with global regulation. Scientific Leadership: Publish in leading AI conferences, represent the company in international forums, and establish it as a thought leader in global AI. Candidate Profile PhD in ML, CS, or applied mathematics with a strong publication record in NeurIPS, ICLR, ICML, or equivalent. 12+ years of AI research and leadership experience, with success in scaling foundation models and multimodal systems into production. Deep expertise in transformer architectures, RLHF, distributed optimization, large-scale data pipelines, and interpretability research. Recognized leader in AI with international influence across research, enterprise adoption, and regulatory ecosystems. Proven ability to build and lead high-impact research and engineering teams. Compensation & Benefits Executive compensation package with performance-based incentives tied to scientific and commercial milestones. Significant equity participation reflecting long-term value creation. Comprehensive health, vision, dental, and executive wellness programs. Platform to define the global future of intelligent systems and shape standards for safe, enterprise-scale AI.$142k-241k yearly est. 4d agoChief Technology Officer - Technology Incubator
Radley James
Chief finance officer job in Fremont, CA
Top technology incubator focused on building and investing in generation-defining companies are looking for a CTO with 7+ years experience to serve as their senior-most technical leader. This role is for a founder-CTO type who has built and scaled products from zero to one and from one to many. We are looking for someone equally comfortable in the boardroom and hands-on keyboard, who will own the technology strategy for the platform, build and lead internal teams, and work directly with founders and operators across the firms portfolio. What will you be doing? Set a unified technology strategy Partner with founders in incubation and early-stage ventures on product, architecture, and early technical hiring. Architect shared systems, data infrastructure, and internal tools used across operating companies. Drive the development of AI agents, automation workflows, and vertical AI tools for real businesses. Build and lead a cross-functional team spanning software engineering, AI/ML, data, and product. What we're looking for: Bachelor or Masters degree from a top 30 university in Computer Science or similar 7+ years of experience as CTO, VP of Engineering, or Founding Engineer at a high- growth start-up or medium-sized technology company Experience in incubators or venture studios Deep expertise in software architecture, distributed systems, and/or data platforms. Meaningful experience with AI/ML and modern LLM ecosystems. Networks in top- tier engineering and AI/ML talent pools. This would predominantly be an onsite role in either San Francisco or New York. Compensation is highly competitive and contingent on experience. Will include competitive equity.$141k-241k yearly est. 1d agoChief Technology Officer [Dubai]
Talent Seed
Chief finance officer job in Fremont, CA
*This role requires relocation to Dubai** Our client is looking for a CTO. In this role, you will guide the software team through the design and development of our current and future products. You are comfortable taking action in an environment where complete information is unavailable, and you can help your team deliver well-architected products that maintain high quality. Experience coordinating many moving parts to meet tight deadlines and having contingency plans ready when priorities shift is a must-have. We are seeking an engineering leader who has the following: 15+ years of experience designing and scaling distributed, low-latency systems, including 5+ years leading large engineering organisations (250+ engineers) Demonstrated expertise in complex, real-time domains such as on-demand delivery, ad-tech auctions, or high-frequency trading/energy platforms. Proven success in building and deploying real-time optimisation systems - including vehicle routing, maps, dynamic assignment (e.g.Hungarian algorithm), integer linear programming, and reinforcement learning-based control loops - at 10K+ TPS scale. Deep technical proficiency with microservice architectures, event-driven systems (Kafka or equivalent), geospatial frameworks (H3/S2), and languages such as Python, Go, and Java. Hands-on experience establishing end-to-end ML infrastructure, including online/offline feature pipelines, feature stores and A/B experimentation platforms. Relentlessly strive to push towards best practices and team goals while being flexible in a fast-paced startup environment. You have an entrepreneurial spirit, strong commercial acumen, grit, and a deep appreciation for quality.$141k-241k yearly est. 3d agoChief Technology Officer
Ghost
Chief finance officer job in San Francisco, CA
Founder - CTO | $200M+ AUM | Portfolio over $2B in terprise Value | 0 to 1 Join a High-Profile Venture Capital Firm as Their Portfolio-Wide CTO & shape the next generation of AI-driven companies. If you're a founder-minded engineering leader who thrives at zero-to-one and scaling to many, this is one of the most impactful CTO roles you'll find in the market. You'll serve as the senior-most technical leader across a high-profile venture capital firm that incubates and scales category-defining companies. With $200M+ AUM, 32+ investments, and a portfolio generating over $2B in enterprise value, this firm blends venture capital, venture studio, and hands-on company building - and they're looking for a technical leader who can set the bar for everything that comes next. Why You Should You apply? This is a rare opportunity to operate as a CTO across multiple companies while partnering directly with founders and proven operators who've built multi-billion-dollar businesses. You'll influence technology strategy at portfolio scale, architect shared systems, drive AI automation across operating companies, and help launch new ventures from the ground up. It's high-ownership, high-impact, and deeply entrepreneurial. The Role Chief Technology Officer - Portfolio & Incubation You will: Define a unified technology strategy across the incubator. Partner with founders on product, architecture, and early technical hiring. Architect shared systems, data platforms, and internal tools used across operating companies. Drive development of AI agents, automation workflows, and vertical AI tools. Build and lead a cross-functional team across engineering, AI/ML, data, and product. What They're Looking For Must have graduated from a top 30 US instituition 7+ years as CTO, VP Engineering, Founding Engineer, or similar at a high-growth tech company (VC backed) Has taken a startup from 0 to Series B Proven track record shipping real products and building AI-powered systems Experience in venture studios, incubators, or early-stage startup environments Strong foundation in software architecture, distributed systems, and data platforms Hands-on experience with AI/ML, LLM ecosystems, and agentic/automation workflows Deep networks in top-tier engineering and AI/ML talent pools Strong leadership ability - able to recruit, scale, and mentor elite technical teams If you want to architect systems used across an entire portfolio, influence multiple company trajectories, and build alongside elite founders and operators. This is the role 👻$161k-250k yearly est. 1d agoChief Executive Officer
Propel Recruitment LLC
Chief finance officer job in San Francisco, CA
About the Organization A rapidly growing accounting and finance solutions firm serving clients across the U.S. and internationally. With a large, skilled team operating globally, the company delivers outsourced accounting, finance, tax, and advisory services supported by deep technical expertise and a strong service culture. San Francisco, CA (US-based) with regular international travel Role Overview The CEO will serve as the organization's senior-most executive leader, responsible for shaping strategic direction, advancing market position, and ensuring operational excellence across all regions. This individual will drive growth, deepen client relationships, and unify teams around a shared global vision. The ideal candidate brings extensive U.S. CPA-firm or professional-services leadership experience, a strong grasp of the outsourced/offshore services landscape, and a proven record of scaling large, multicultural organizations. What You'll Lead Vision, Strategy & Market Expansion Define and champion a forward-looking strategy that accelerates growth in core and emerging markets. Identify opportunities to expand service offerings, evolve the value proposition, and deepen market penetration. Build strategic partnerships, alliances, and potential acquisition pathways that support long-term expansion. Represent the firm at key industry events to elevate brand visibility and credibility. Commercial, Financial & Operational Performance Deliver against targets for revenue, margin, and profitability while maintaining sustainable business growth. Guide financial planning and capital allocation, balancing innovation with operational discipline. Monitor organizational performance and drive improvements through data-driven decision-making. Global Operations & Service Delivery Oversee integrated operations across all regions, ensuring alignment, efficiency, and high-quality execution. Strengthen systems, workflows, and delivery models to enhance productivity and client satisfaction. Improve resource planning and cross-functional collaboration across geographically distributed teams. Client, Partner & Market Engagement Serve as the leading ambassador of the organization with clients, partners, and industry stakeholders. Cultivate executive-level relationships that support retention, partnership growth, and new opportunities. Build alliances that reinforce competitive positioning and expand the firm's reach. People Leadership & Culture Lead and inspire a global leadership team committed to excellence, accountability, and innovation. Drive leadership development, succession planning, and talent growth strategies across the enterprise. Foster a unified, high-performance culture grounded in collaboration, service, and shared purpose. Governance, Ethics & Risk Management Uphold strong governance standards and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements across jurisdictions. Enhance risk management frameworks to protect operational, financial, and reputational integrity. Partner with the Board to support aligned, transparent decision-making. What You Bring Education Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field (required) Active CPA MBA or related graduate degree (preferred) Experience Profile ~20+ years of progressive leadership experience, including 10+ years in senior executive roles (Partner, MD, COO, CEO) within a CPA firm, BPO, or professional services environment. Demonstrated success scaling organizations and managing multi-entity or cross-border operations. Deep understanding of the U.S. accounting and finance services market and outsourced/offshore delivery models. Experience leading large teams (1,000+ employees) with full P&L responsibility. Proven record of shaping strong leadership teams and driving large-scale organizational transformation. Leadership Attributes Strategic, innovative, and able to think several steps ahead. Excellent communicator with influence across diverse stakeholders. Steady leadership during periods of growth and organizational change. High emotional intelligence, integrity, and global perspective. How Success Is Measured Revenue, profit, and margin performance Expansion of client portfolio, partnerships, and service offerings Operational efficiency and delivery excellence Leadership development, talent retention, employee engagement Market reputation and client satisfaction Successful execution of multi-year strategic initiatives Why This Role A unique opportunity to lead a global professional services organization entering an exciting phase of expansion. The CEO will shape strategy, elevate market presence, and guide a talented global team-positioning the company to become a standout leader in outsourced finance and accounting services.$144k-263k yearly est. 1d agoChief Technology Officer [Dubai]
Talent Seed
Chief finance officer job in San Francisco, CA
*This role requires relocation to Dubai** Our client is looking for a CTO. In this role, you will guide the software team through the design and development of our current and future products. You are comfortable taking action in an environment where complete information is unavailable, and you can help your team deliver well-architected products that maintain high quality. Experience coordinating many moving parts to meet tight deadlines and having contingency plans ready when priorities shift is a must-have. We are seeking an engineering leader who has the following: 15+ years of experience designing and scaling distributed, low-latency systems, including 5+ years leading large engineering organisations (250+ engineers) Demonstrated expertise in complex, real-time domains such as on-demand delivery, ad-tech auctions, or high-frequency trading/energy platforms. Proven success in building and deploying real-time optimisation systems - including vehicle routing, maps, dynamic assignment (e.g.Hungarian algorithm), integer linear programming, and reinforcement learning-based control loops - at 10K+ TPS scale. Deep technical proficiency with microservice architectures, event-driven systems (Kafka or equivalent), geospatial frameworks (H3/S2), and languages such as Python, Go, and Java. Hands-on experience establishing end-to-end ML infrastructure, including online/offline feature pipelines, feature stores and A/B experimentation platforms. Relentlessly strive to push towards best practices and team goals while being flexible in a fast-paced startup environment. You have an entrepreneurial spirit, strong commercial acumen, grit, and a deep appreciation for quality.$142k-241k yearly est. 3d ago
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How much does a chief finance officer earn in Santa Clara, CA?
The average chief finance officer in Santa Clara, CA earns between $93,000 and $276,000 annually. This compares to the national average chief finance officer range of $80,000 to $257,000.
Average chief finance officer salary in Santa Clara, CA
$161,000
What are the biggest employers of Chief Finance Officers in Santa Clara, CA?
The biggest employers of Chief Finance Officers in Santa Clara, CA are:
- CommonWealth Central Credit Union
- Nuro
- V15P1Talonnn
- Macdonald & Company
- Rockridge Resources
- Atlassian
- KeyPoint Credit Union
- Robert Half
- Bitdeer
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