Build financial foundation through Series A, including forecasting and burn modeling. Manage day-to-day finance operations: payments, expenses, payroll, vendor management, and compliance. Develop the company's first integrated financial model and define operating metrics. Work with external accountants and legal partners for reporting and filings. Design and implement scalable processes for planning, decision-making, and accountability. Partner on cross-functional initiatives. Drive key operational projects from 0 to 1 (e.g., entity setup, EOR expansion). Act as a thought partner to leadership with structured thinking and operational rigor.