VICE CFO
SEARCH BRIEF (CONFIDENTIAL)
Position: VP Finance / Vice CFO (Pre-IPO)
Location: United States (Texas preferred, flexible)
Industry: AI Data Centers / Digital Infrastructure / Energy / Bitcoin Mining
Company Overview
U.S.-based digital infrastructure company with ~40MW energized capacity across two operational sites in Texas. The company is transitioning from Bitcoin mining to high-density AI data center infrastructure (liquid-cooled GPU clusters) and preparing for a potential Nasdaq IPO within 3-6 months.
The Role
We are seeking a hands-on VP Finance / Vice CFO to support IPO readiness, build a public-company-ready finance function, and assist with capital markets activities. This is a high-impact role working directly with the CEO and external advisors (investment banks, auditors, legal counsel).
Key Responsibilities (Condensed)
β’ Support IPO readiness: S-1 process, SEC reporting, audit coordination
β’ Build and scale finance function (accounting, FP&A, reporting)
β’ Implement SOX/internal controls and public company compliance framework
β’ Support equity/debt financing and investor materials
β’ Develop financial models for AI data center expansion
β’ Interface with auditors, bankers, and legal teams
Must-Have Requirements
β’ Experience at a U.S. public company (Nasdaq/NYSE)
β’ Direct exposure to IPO process and/or SEC reporting
β’ Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SOX, and audit processes
β’ Hands-on, able to build finance infrastructure from early stage
Preferred Background
Candidates from one or more of the following sectors:
β’ Bitcoin mining / digital assets
β’ Energy / power infrastructure
β’ AI data centers / cloud / digital infrastructure
Profile
β’ 5-8+ years of finance experience
β’ Prior roles: VP Finance, Director of Finance, Controller, or similar
β’ Experience working with investment banks and auditors
β’ Strong capital markets awareness; existing network is a plus
Compensation
β’ Base Salary: $120,000 β $200,000
β’ Equity: 1% β 2% stock options
β’ Bonus: performance-based (IPO milestones)
Key Selling Points
β’ Direct involvement in IPO execution
β’ Transition from Bitcoin to AI infrastructure (high-growth sector)
β’ Significant equity upside
β’ Founder-level visibility and decision-making exposure
Search Notes
β’ Priority on candidates with real IPO / SEC experience
β’ Open to βstep-upβ candidates (e.g., Controller β VP Finance)
β’ Must be hands-on and comfortable in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment
Contact
Confidential search. Please submit qualified candidates with IPO-relevant experience only.
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Position: VP Finance / Vice CFO (Pre-IPO)
Location: United States (Texas preferred, flexible)
Industry: AI Data Centers / Digital Infrastructure / Energy / Bitcoin Mining
Company Overview
U.S.-based digital infrastructure company with ~40MW energized capacity across two operational sites in Texas. The company is transitioning from Bitcoin mining to high-density AI data center infrastructure (liquid-cooled GPU clusters) and preparing for a potential Nasdaq IPO within 3-6 months.
The Role
We are seeking a hands-on VP Finance / Vice CFO to support IPO readiness, build a public-company-ready finance function, and assist with capital markets activities. This is a high-impact role working directly with the CEO and external advisors (investment banks, auditors, legal counsel).
Key Responsibilities (Condensed)
β’ Support IPO readiness: S-1 process, SEC reporting, audit coordination
β’ Build and scale finance function (accounting, FP&A, reporting)
β’ Implement SOX/internal controls and public company compliance framework
β’ Support equity/debt financing and investor materials
β’ Develop financial models for AI data center expansion
β’ Interface with auditors, bankers, and legal teams
Must-Have Requirements
β’ Experience at a U.S. public company (Nasdaq/NYSE)
β’ Direct exposure to IPO process and/or SEC reporting
β’ Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SOX, and audit processes
β’ Hands-on, able to build finance infrastructure from early stage
Preferred Background
Candidates from one or more of the following sectors:
β’ Bitcoin mining / digital assets
β’ Energy / power infrastructure
β’ AI data centers / cloud / digital infrastructure
Profile
β’ 5-8+ years of finance experience
β’ Prior roles: VP Finance, Director of Finance, Controller, or similar
β’ Experience working with investment banks and auditors
β’ Strong capital markets awareness; existing network is a plus
Compensation
β’ Base Salary: $120,000 β $200,000
β’ Equity: 1% β 2% stock options
β’ Bonus: performance-based (IPO milestones)
Key Selling Points
β’ Direct involvement in IPO execution
β’ Transition from Bitcoin to AI infrastructure (high-growth sector)
β’ Significant equity upside
β’ Founder-level visibility and decision-making exposure
Search Notes
β’ Priority on candidates with real IPO / SEC experience
β’ Open to βstep-upβ candidates (e.g., Controller β VP Finance)
β’ Must be hands-on and comfortable in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment
Contact
Confidential search. Please submit qualified candidates with IPO-relevant experience only.
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