SVP, Finance

Role Overview

• Create and execute a roadmap for KoBold IPO-readiness and eventually shepherd the company through an IPO
• Build a controls environment that supports both rapid growth and public company readiness
• Align external stakeholders on public company readiness, including auditors, legal advisors, and regulators in each of the jurisdictions where we operate
• Drive modern operations across the team with a focus on automation and AI-enabled workflows that reduce manual work, improve accuracy, and increase team capacity
• Guide selection and deployment of finance technology systems (e.g., ERP/accounting systems, payables, expenses, procurement, travel, etc.) that support our anticipated growth
• Foster a culture that treats process improvement as essential work, building repeatable mechanisms to identify and eliminate bottlenecks
• Oversee accounting financial statement preparation, and accounting policies
• Partner with FP&A to ensure clean financial data with a single source of truth
• Lead a lean, scalable finance operations team
• Oversee and scale global treasury operations including cash planning, cash controls, bank relationships, signatory policies, and overall cash governance
• Develop a deep understanding of KoBold’s technology, operating model, and field activities, and translate that understanding into processes, controls, and insights
• Apply a commercial mindset to this function, understanding project goals, practical constraints, and the company’s broader objectives; then build operations that support those goals
• Maintain clear systems of accountability, measurable performance indicators, structured timelines, and a strong culture of ownership
• Partner cross-functionally with field operations, geoscience, engineering, G&A functions, and other executives to find ways to play an active role in improving business operations

Requirements

• Brings experience preparing a company for an IPO
• Can successfully guide the company through an IPO and oversee a public company finance function
• Has a track record managing lean and efficient teams, with experience integrating AI into traditional finance workflows
• Has significant leadership experience in accounting and finance operations, with significant technical accounting expertise
• Is a creative problem solver who works hard, holds high standards, and treats people with respect and care
• Feels energized by KoBold's mission, bringing optimism that lifts the team and builds belief
• Has experience managing teams in dynamic, high-growth environments with a high degree of accountability and execution quality
• Brings strong cross-functional communication and ability to align finance with commercial and operational needs
• Is curious to learn about all aspects of our business, including travel to exploration field operations and mine development operations
• Demonstrates integrity, strong judgment, and comfort operating with urgency and precision.

Tech Stack

• ERP

Benefits

• 401k matching