Head of Finance

About the role

We are seeking a talented Head of Finance to build out the finance function for Character.AI. As our Head of Finance you’ll be responsible for our day to day financial planning, managing budgeting/spend, forecasting, reporting, etc. This person will also play a critical role in driving Character.AI’s fundraising and compute strategy.

What you’ll bring

• 10+ years of relevant FP&A experience, with at least 5 years directly managing people and teams, and ideally at a consumer software company
• You are very adept at operating at all levels with the ability to be hands-on while also keeping an eye on the strategic big picture
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related Business field; MBA a plus

This role is in-person at our office in Menlo Park

About Character.AI

Founded in 2021 by AI pioneers Noam Shazeer and Daniel De Freitas, Character is a leading AI company offering personalized experiences through customizable AI 'Characters.' As one of the most widely used AI platforms worldwide, Character enables users to interact with AI tailored to their unique needs and preferences.

Noam co-invented core LLM tech and was recently honored as one of TIME's 100 Most Influential in AI. Daniel created LaMDA, the breakthrough conversational AI now powering Google's Bard.

In just two years, we achieved unicorn status and were named Google Play's AI App of the Year – a testament to our groundbreaking technology and vision.

Ready to shape the future of AGI? 🚀

At Character, we value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. As an equal opportunity employer, we firmly uphold a non-discrimination policy based on race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or disability. Your unique perspectives are vital to our success.