Operations Remote (US) Full-time

Head of Finance

We're looking for our first Head of Finance to build financial operations from the ground up. You'll own everything from monthly close to fundraising models, helping us scale from seed stage to Series A and beyond.

$180,000 - $240,000

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About Xident

Xident is building the future of digital identity verification. Our platform enables businesses to verify users' ages and identities in seconds, while respecting privacy through our unique "Verify Once, Access Everywhere" model.

Founded in 2023, we've already processed over 10M+ verifications processed and serve 500+ businesses. We're a remote-first company with team members across 12 countries.

Our mission is simple: To make identity verification seamless, private, and accessible for everyone. We believe privacy and convenience shouldn't be mutually exclusive, and we're proving it every day.

25+

Team members

500+ businesses

Customers

Countries

What You'll Do

Build and lead the finance function as our first dedicated finance hire
Own monthly close, financial reporting, and board deck preparation
Develop financial models for pricing, unit economics, and fundraising
Manage relationships with banks, auditors, and tax advisors
Implement financial systems and controls as we scale
Partner with leadership on strategic planning and resource allocation

What We're Looking For

8+ years of finance experience with 3+ years in leadership roles
Experience at high-growth startups, ideally from seed through Series B
Strong financial modeling skills (Excel/Sheets mastery required)
Understanding of SaaS metrics (ARR, churn, LTV, CAC)
Experience with fundraising processes and investor relations
CPA or MBA preferred but not required

Nice to Have

Background in fintech or payments companies
Experience with usage-based pricing models
International finance experience (EU entities)

Our Hiring Process

We respect your time and aim to complete the entire process within 2-3 weeks. Here's what to expect:

Application Review

3-5 days

Our team reviews your application within 5 business days. We look for relevant experience, passion for our mission, and alignment with our values.

Initial Call

30 minutes

A 30-minute video call with our recruiting team to learn about your background, discuss the role, and answer your questions about Xident.

Technical Assessment

1-2 hours

Role-specific evaluation—this might be a coding challenge, portfolio review, case study, or technical discussion depending on the position.

Team Interviews

2-3 hours

Meet with 3-4 team members including your potential manager and cross-functional partners. We assess technical skills, collaboration, and culture fit.

Final Interview

45 minutes

A conversation with a company leader to discuss your career goals, our vision, and ensure mutual fit. This is also your chance to ask strategic questions.

Offer

24-48 hours

If it's a match, we move quickly. Expect a competitive offer within 48 hours of your final interview, with clear details on compensation and equity.

Our Values

Privacy by Design

We build systems that protect user data by default, not as an afterthought.

Ship Fast, Learn Faster

We iterate quickly, gather feedback, and improve continuously.

Ownership Mentality

Everyone owns their domain end-to-end. No finger-pointing, just solutions.

Transparent by Default

Open salaries, open metrics, open communication. Information empowers.

Ready to apply?

Send us your resume and tell us why you're excited about this role.

Apply now

Or email careers@xident.io

Benefits & Perks

Meaningful Equity

Substantial stock options so you benefit directly from the company's success.
Remote-First

Work from anywhere. We have team members across 12 time zones.
Premium Healthcare

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
Learning Budget

$3,000 annual budget for courses, conferences, and professional development.
Top Equipment

MacBook Pro, 4K monitor, ergonomic setup—whatever you need to do your best work.
Flexible Time Off

Unlimited PTO with a 3-week minimum. We mean it—rest is productive.

Role Details

Department: Operations
Location: Remote (US)
Employment Type: Full-time
Compensation: $180,000 - $240,000

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