VP of Finance & Operations — Biotech Growth Leader

Rezo Therapeutics, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 240,000 - 330,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Discretionary time off

Company holidays

401(k)

Commuter / Mass Transit Benefit

Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (

Dependent care Flexible Spending Array

Job summary

Rezo Therapeutics, Inc. in San Francisco is seeking a VP, Finance and Administration to lead financial and administrative functions through the next growth stage.

This leader will partner with the CEO and leadership team, ensuring strong financial discipline, capital planning, and the operational infrastructure needed to advance Rezo’s innovative science. This is a hands-on leadership role in a lean biotech.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated success in supporting fundraising efforts (Series A/B/C or beyond) and owning financial storytelling, diligence, and investor communications.
• Experience in a platform biotech or technology/AI-driven drug discovery company preferred.
• 10-15+ years of progressive finance experience with 5+ years leading finance and administration at a venture-backed biotech.

Responsibilities

• Lead long-range financial planning and scenario modeling to support research pipeline and company growth.
• Own budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and financial reporting.
• Oversee accounting, audits, tax, compliance, procurement, and internal controls.
• Build practical financial tools providing clear visibility into program budgets and cash runway.
• Oversee core administrative functions (IT, facilities, real estate) and ensure reliable operations.
• Partner with scientific and corporate teams to anticipate resource needs and enable progress.

Skills

Fundraising experience

Financial storytelling

Investor relations

Strategic finance

Operational leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting/Business

MBA/CPA/CFA or equivalent

Job description

Rezo Therapeutics, Inc. in San Francisco is seeking a VP, Finance and Administration to lead financial and administrative functions through the next growth stage.

This leader will partner with the CEO and leadership team, ensuring strong financial discipline, capital planning, and the operational infrastructure needed to advance Rezo’s innovative science. This is a hands-on leadership role in a lean biotech.