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Join to apply for the COO/CFO role at Paceline Join to apply for the COO/CFO role at Paceline This range is provided by Paceline. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $250,000.00/yr - $290,000.00/yr We are seeking a COO/CFO , to be a core member of the executive team responsible for the day-to-day execution of the business. You will lead and integrate key internal functions including People & HR , Finance and Operations . You will be responsible for overseeing the company’s financial health and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities, a collaborative mindset, and a deep understanding of finance and accounting. This role is in-office 4–5 days per week and best suited to a hands-on leader who thrives in high-growth, fast-moving environments with a balance of strategic oversight and tactical execution. Role Responsibilities Operational Leadership Own and manage all aspects of the Finance and Corporate functions Evaluate and advise on the financial impact of strategic plans, business development plans, and actions taken Provide periodic reporting and narrative to internal stakeholders and quarterly or reporting to external stakeholders Build and evolve the systems and processes needed for scale Oversee legal, regulatory, and risk management frameworks Finance & Resource Planning Partner with CSO on forecasting, financial planning, and operational reporting Ensure financial operations — including budgeting, spend management, and vendor oversight — support company goals Build company-wide dashboards and reporting tools to support performance tracking and decision-making People & Culture Oversee the People function (HR, recruiting, onboarding, performance management, and culture) Drive org design and workforce planning to ensure structure aligns with strategy Foster a high-performance, values-aligned culture as the company scales Serve as a key leader in embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives Strategic Execution Work with the business team to translate long-term goals into operational plans with measurable KPIs and milestones Partner with the CEO to drive quarterly OKR and company planning processes Coordinate cross-functional alignment between Product and Commercial functions Preferred Qualifications 15+ years of progressive experience in operations, strategy, finance, or general management Proven success in a senior leadership role at a high-growth startup (Series A–C) Strong financial fluency and analytical mindset Strong understanding of consumer tech, fintech, or insurance/regulated industries Track record of scaling operational functions, leading change, and building infrastructure from the ground up Highly organized with exceptional communication, leadership, and decision-making skills Collaborative leadership style with the ability to influence across functions Comfortable working in a fast-paced, ambiguous, and mission-driven environment Background in embedded finance, insurtech, wellness, or data-driven consumer engagement Prior experience managing HR, Finance, and Operations simultaneously Experience with BI tools, e-commerce platforms and Sage Intacct Seniority level Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Finance, Human Resources, and General Business Industries Technology, Information and Media Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Paceline by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Paid paternity leave Paid maternity leave Disability insurance Get notified about new Chief Operating Officer jobs in San Francisco Bay Area . 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