Company Description

SQOR.ai is the future of business intelligence, and we’re looking for bold thinkers ready to help us redefine what’s possible with AI. Imagine a world where complex data insights are so accessible, even an intern can unlock them at the touch of a button. That’s what we’re building at SQOR.ai—an AI-driven platform that brings every critical KPI and operational insight from across your company into one clear view, with zero need for costly specialists. We’re taking the complexity out of data, empowering leaders, investors, and their teams to act on insights instantly and confidently. If you’re excited about transforming business intelligence and want to make waves in the AI space, join us and bring simplicity to the future of data-driven decision-making.

To learn more, we've included a one-minute video: https://youtu.be/Aff-rX9W_TE?si=-rt_TgS_IraAtwkT

Role Description

As Co-Founder and VP of Finance at SQOR.ai, you’ll be stepping into a pivotal role to shape the future of a high-impact AI company. You’ll drive our capital-raising efforts, leveraging your experience and connections with angels, HNW individuals, and VCs to fuel SQOR.ai’s next stages of growth. This is a unique chance to work alongside the CEO in New York City (with flexible remote options), navigating the startup capital journey with end-to-end ownership, and a direct path to equity in a transformative company.

Note: This is not an advisor role or a part-time gig. We’re looking for someone ready to roll up their sleeves and fully engage, taking command of all finance initiatives, from building a robust capital-raising process and presentations to executing financial planning, analysis, and strategic modeling that will directly influence SQOR.ai’s scalability and success.

In addition to capital strategy, you’ll oversee our financial ecosystem: budgeting, pricing, investor relations, and financial forecasting and special projects on behalf of the CEO. Your background in venture capital, hands-on M&A experience, FP&A, and understanding of public markets will be instrumental as we continue building out SQOR.ai’s competitive edge.

This role is equity-only for the time being (approximately 1%) and represents a rare ground-floor opportunity with immense potential. If you’re ready to drive finance and financing strategies at a company that’s reimagining an entire industry, we want you on our team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Capital Raising and Investor Relations:

• Spearhead capital-raising efforts, driving impactful presentations that engage and inspire potential investors.

• Cultivate and maintain robust relationships with VCs, angels, HNW individuals, and other stakeholders, strategically positioning SQOR.ai for growth.

• Identify high-potential investors aligned with SQOR.ai’s mission, leading targeted outreach to build a powerhouse network.

• Own the full capital-raising process—managing due diligence, coordination, negotiations, and deal documents to completion.

Financial Strategy and Planning:

• Architect financial strategies that propel SQOR.ai’s ambitious growth, integrating budgeting, forecasting, pricing, and modeling to empower strategic decisions.

• Deliver in-depth financial analysis and provide actionable insights to the executive team to drive profitable growth.

M&A and Deal Processing:

• Lead M&A initiatives, assessing targets that align with strategic goals, and overseeing all phases from initial analysis to closing.

• Drive thorough due diligence and collaborate with legal and other stakeholders to ensure seamless deal execution.

• Oversee all aspects of deal documentation, making sure each detail aligns with SQOR.ai’s vision and standards.

Operational and Strategic Support:

• Partner closely with the CEO to execute key initiatives, offering insights that shape operational and strategic direction.

• Provide data-driven support for high-impact decision-making, optimizing business performance at each stage.

• Bring a deep understanding of SaaS business models and KPI structures to elevate SQOR.ai’s operational excellence.

Leadership and Collaboration:

• Serve as a key advisor to the CEO and executive team, bringing strategic and financial expertise to every conversation.

• Foster collaboration across teams, ensuring alignment on objectives and flawless execution.

• Be primed to evolve into a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) or Chief Operating Officer (COO) role as SQOR.ai scales.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Recent, hands-on experience with early-stage capital raising, ideally with proven success in both sell-side and buy-side roles.

• Strong foundation in corporate finance, investment banking, or comparable roles, with a track record of closing capital raises and M&A deals.

• Demonstrated expertise in due diligence, legal coordination, and deal documentation.

• Strategic thinker with exceptional problem-solving skills and a passion for AI, business intelligence, and innovation in SaaS.

• A natural relationship builder with a strong network and a keen sense for engaging investors.

• Thrives in a fast-paced, competitive environment, with prior C-level startup experience highly valued.

• Extensive M&A deal processing experience, with an added edge in public markets and LP engagement.

Why Join SQOR:

• Game-Changing Product, Perfect Timing: Join a company with a distinct competitive edge and breakthrough timing in the AI and business intelligence market.

• Lead a New Era in Data-Driven Strategy: Be part of a pioneering team transforming how businesses connect with and act on their data to drive real-time decisions and unlock growth.

• Pathway to C-Level Growth: Seize a unique opportunity for career progression, with potential to advance into a C-level position as SQOR.ai scales.

• Flexible, Empowering Work Culture: Enjoy a work environment that values flexibility and champions a healthy work-life balance.

• Collaborate with Industry Leaders: Work alongside seasoned professionals and experts in AI, SaaS, and business intelligence, gaining unparalleled experience and insight in a fast-evolving space.

(**Note: CEO is an ex-Salomon Brothers investment banker with over $7BN in corporate financing and m&a deals executed, as well as billions in value created as a senior tech industry operator at companies from startup to large public entities. Most recently specialized as a turnaround consultant servicing distressed port-co's for buy-side clients.)