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Head of Finance for Series A Readiness - Equity & PTO

$169k - $205k

Tavern Research

Tavern Research in Chicago is looking for its first dedicated finance hire to prepare for a Series A launch in early 2027. This role involves owning the financial model, data room, accounting function, and the investor process. Applicants should have 8-12 years of financial experience in high-growth startups, strong financial modeling skills, and familiarity with political revenue structures. The position offers a competitive salary range of $169,000 - $205,000 per year. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tavern Research

Vacancy posted 11 hours ago
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