Vendelux is transforming how companies discover, evaluate, and maximize the impact of events.
Event marketers are the driving force behind pipeline and brand — yet events remain one of the least optimized and most opaque marketing channels. Vendelux changes that. We provide the system of record for event marketing, giving teams the data and insights they need to make smarter, more strategic decisions.
Our AI-powered platform delivers proprietary insights across 250,000+ events, helping high-growth companies identify where their ideal customers will be, maximize ROI, and turn events into a scalable growth channel. Customers often describe Vendelux as an event marketer’s dream. A key part of this is our growing network of event organizer partnerships — where organizers share first-party attendee and sponsorship data, and in return gain access to valuable market insights.
In addition, Vendelux Meetings helps customers turn event insights into action — using AI to identify high-value attendees and automatically book 1:1 meetings with the right prospects at conferences. This allows teams to maximize pipeline generation and make every event materially more impactful.
Founded in 2021, Vendelux is a Series A SaaS company backed by leading investors including FirstMark, with a recent $14M round. Our team brings experience from companies like Bain, ZoomInfo, Shutterstock, Compass, Forter, Airbnb, and more.
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Vendelux is seeking a Head of Finance to serve as a strategic partner to the CFO and a key leader on the operations team. Reporting to the CFO, you will directly manage a team of six across Finance, Accounting, HR, Legal, and Revenue Operations—including a Controller, FP&A Manager, Head of Talent, HR Generalist, Legal Associate, and Rev Ops Manager. This is a player-coach role: you will set the strategic direction for each function while coaching and developing your direct reports to execute at a high level.
The ideal candidate has experience building and leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and is energized by scaling people and systems in parallel. You will play a critical role in steering the company through its next phase of growth—laying the operational foundation that enables Vendelux to scale efficiently and position for a successful Series C and beyond.
This position will be a full-time role based in our NYC headquarters, with an expectation of working in the office four days per week.
Team Leadership & Management
Directly manage and develop a team of six: Controller, FP&A Manager, Head of Talent (Recruiting), HR Generalist, Legal Associate, and Rev Ops Manager
Set clear goals, KPIs, and professional development plans for each direct report; run regular 1:1s and team meetings to maintain alignment and accountability
Foster a high-performance, collaborative team culture that balances operational rigor with the speed and adaptability required at a Series B startup
Identify hiring needs as the company scales and build a roadmap for expanding the team across each function
Serve as a mentor and career sponsor, creating growth opportunities and succession plans within the organization
Finance & Strategy
Partner with the FP&A Manager to own the annual budgeting process, quarterly forecasts, and rolling financial models that inform executive decision-making
Build and maintain a robust three-statement financial model with scenario analysis to support fundraising, board reporting, and strategic planning
Deliver monthly financial reporting packages to the CFO, CEO, and Board of Directors with variance analysis and actionable commentary
Manage cash flow planning, runway analysis, and capital allocation to ensure the company operates with appropriate financial discipline
Partner with department heads to build and track departmental budgets, headcount plans, and ROI frameworks
Accounting
Guide the Controller through month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP
Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions managed by the Controller and accounting team
Own the relationship with external auditors and tax advisors; lead preparation for the company’s first independent audit
Implement and refine internal controls, policies, and procedures to ensure SOX-readiness as the company scales
Oversee revenue recognition policies in compliance with ASC 606 for SaaS subscription and usage-based revenue
HR & People Operations
Lead the Head of Talent and HR Generalist to deliver on core HR functions including recruiting, benefits administration, compensation benchmarking, and compliance with federal and state employment regulations
Partner with leadership to design and implement scalable people processes: onboarding, performance management, and employee engagement
Oversee relationships with PEO/payroll providers and benefits brokers; evaluate when to bring capabilities in-house
Ensure compliance with multi-state employment laws and support international hiring where applicable
Legal
Manage outside counsel relationships and direct the Legal Associate on day-to-day legal matters including contracts, IP, employment, and corporate governance
Own and streamline the contract review and approval process for vendor agreements, customer MSAs, NDAs, and partnership deals
Support equity administration including cap table management, stock option grants, and 409A valuations
Ensure corporate compliance with board governance requirements, annual filings, and regulatory obligations
Revenue Operations
Partner with the Rev Ops Manager, Sales, and Customer Success leadership to define, track, and report on key revenue metrics (ARR, NDR, CAC, LTV, pipeline velocity)
Oversee CRM data integrity strategy and ensure accurate pipeline and bookings reporting through the Rev Ops Manager
Design and implement sales compensation plans, commission structures, and quota-setting frameworks
Build dashboards and reporting infrastructure to give leadership real-time visibility into revenue performance and forecasting accuracy
Drive alignment between Finance and GTM teams on billing, collections, and revenue recognition processes
8–12+ years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or operations roles, with at least 4 years directly managing teams of 3 or more
Proven track record of hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teams across multiple functions
Prior experience at a high-growth, venture-backed SaaS company (Series A through C); startup experience is required
Deep knowledge of GAAP, financial modeling, and SaaS metrics
Demonstrated ability to lead across multiple functions (Finance, HR, Legal, Rev Ops) simultaneously without sacrificing quality or team morale
Experience managing external relationships with auditors, tax advisors, outside counsel, and benefits providers
CPA, CFA, or MBA preferred but not required
Proficiency with modern finance and operations tools (e.g., QuickBooks/NetSuite, Carta, Salesforce, Rippling, or similar)
Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders
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