Director of Finance and Operations

Position: Director of Finance and OperationsLocation: Warsaw, PolandWorking mode: Hybrid, 4 days per week from the Warsaw office, 1 day remoteAbout our ClientOur Client is a US-based AI company developing an enterprise platform for building, deploying, and managing AI agents. The company’s technology helps large organizations use AI to automate complex business processes while maintaining reliability, security, and control.The company is growing internationally, with its Warsaw hub playing an important role in Product and Engineering as well as the wider EMEA organization. The team works with global enterprise customers and operates in a fast-paced, AI-native environment.About the roleWe are looking for a Director of Finance and Operations to take ownership of Finance and Operations for the EMEA organization from the Warsaw hub.This is a senior, hands-on role combining financial leadership with operational responsibility. You will own budgeting, forecasting, reporting, financial planning and controls, while also ensuring that the Warsaw operation runs smoothly. You will work closely with senior leadership, Finance, Engineering, Product and other teams across the organization.The role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining financial analysis and strategic thinking with hands-on execution, and who is comfortable using AI tools to make Finance and Operations more efficient.What we’re looking forSenior finance leadership experience in a high-growth technology or B2B SaaS companyStrong FP&A experience, including budgeting, forecasting, scenario planning and variance analysisGood understanding of accounting, cash management, payroll, tax and statutory complianceStrong commercial judgment and confidence working with senior stakeholdersHands-on approach to building simple and scalable processes and controlsExperience working in an international environment, ideally across EU/US operationsAI-native mindset and practical experience using AI tools in everyday workFluent English and PolishBased in or willing to work from WarsawNice to haveFinance or accounting qualificationExperience as a senior Finance leader or the first senior Finance hire in a growing companyExperience with SaaS metrics or recurring-revenue business modelsExperience with contracts and commercial documentationYour responsibilitiesOwn the annual budget, financial forecasts, rolling forecasts, headcount planning and cash planningPrepare monthly management reporting and variance analysisProvide leadership with clear visibility into financial performance, risks and spendingCoordinate accounting, payroll, tax, cash management and statutory reporting with internal teams and external providersBuild and improve financial controls around purchasing, expenses, contracts and vendorsPrepare financial scenarios and analyses supporting hiring, investment and resource allocation decisionsWork closely with Engineering and Product leaders on planning and monitoring their budgetsOversee the day-to-day operational side of the Warsaw hub, including office, onboarding, vendors and cross-functional activitiesUse AI tools to improve reporting, analysis, automation and everyday Finance & Operations processesWhat our Client offersB2B contract, 10 000 – 15 000 USD/monthCompetitive salary, depending on experienceCompany stock options20 paid days offPrivate healthcareMacBook ProHybrid working model – 4 days from the Warsaw office, 1 day remotelyModern, AI-native working environmentOpportunity to have a direct impact on the company’s growth and international operationsOpportunity to work closely with senior leadership and global teamsAccess to modern AI tools, including Claude Code and OpenAI CodexWhy this role?Strategic Finance role with a real influence on business decisionsCombination of Finance leadership + Operations ownershipDirect exposure to senior leadership and key business decisionsOpportunity to build and improve processes in a rapidly growing organizationInternational environment with a strong focus on AIHigh level of autonomy and ownershipRole with both strategic and hands-on responsibilities