Vice President of Finance & Operations
Hiring Company

The hiring company name is
confidential for this listing.
About the Role
Greater St. Louis, MO Area (On-site)
The Company is seeking a VP of Operations to spearhead the centralization, standardization, and operational buildout of shared services across its portfolio. The successful candidate will be responsible for critical back-office operations, including payroll, benefits, insurance operations, procurement, and process standardization. This role demands a leader who can thrive in a growth-stage environment, with a focus on building scalable operating systems, workflows, and accountability mechanisms. The VP of Operations will also be tasked with leading major cross-functional projects, developing differentiated operating models, and ensuring consistent execution across the operating companies. Applicants for the VP of Operations position at the company should have 10 to 15 years' of progressive operational leadership experience, with a proven track record in building and scaling shared services functions. A strong background in complex industries with revenues between $25M and $500M, or comparable operational complexity, is essential. The role requires a candidate with a working knowledge of payroll, benefits administration, and insurance operations, and strong project management skills. An MBA, preferably from a top 15 program, is a mandatory qualification. The ideal candidate will be operationally minded, with a focus on execution, accountability, and measurable results, and will have a high degree of conscientiousness with a service-oriented mindset.
Functions:
- Finance
- Operations
Compensation
USD $200,000-$250,000 (salary) per year
About the Company
Growth-stage portfolio company building centralized shared services across operating businesses
Industry
Consumer Services
Type
Privately Held, Private Equity-backed