Executive Business Partner to CFO - Startup, DTC & Operations

## About the Role As an Executive Business Partner to the CFO at Paired, you will play a critical role in supporting the company's financial leadership. Your expertise in managing executive calendars, inboxes, and priorities will be essential in ensuring the CFO's high-impact items are executed efficiently. You will be responsible for bridging communication between leadership, vendors, legal, finance, and external stakeholders, making this a highly collaborative role. With a focus on innovation and operational excellence, Paired is committed to building a market-leading brand, and as an Executive Business Partner, you will be at the forefront of driving this vision forward.

The role of an Executive Business Partner is multifaceted, requiring a deep understanding of startup dynamics, DTC business operations, and finance. You will be expected to provide high-level strategic support, enabling effective decision-making and streamlining operational workflows. Your ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple workstreams will be essential in this position.

Paired is a global staffing and recruiting agency that specializes in connecting remote talent with innovative companies. As an Executive Business Partner, you will be working closely with the CFO and other senior leaders to drive business growth and operational excellence. Your expertise in executive support, finance, and operations will be invaluable in helping Paired achieve its goals.

## What You Will Do - Own and manage the CFO's calendar, inbox, priorities, and follow-through across multiple workstreams - Act as a true execution partner, bridging communication between leadership, vendors, legal, finance, and external stakeholders - Support business operations and strategic initiatives, helping drive accountability and ensuring projects move forward - Coordinate vendor relationships, contracts, renewals, and support operational due diligence processes - Assist with legal and compliance-related workflows, including contract coordination, documentation tracking, trademarks, patents, and other high-stakes processes - Support financial operations by reviewing reports, tracking budgets, vendor pricing, invoices, and identifying inconsistencies or opportunities for optimization - Build, maintain, and improve systems, SOPs, workflows, dashboards, and operational processes to improve efficiency and reduce executive overhead - Leverage AI tools to optimize workflows, documentation, and operational execution - Prepare meeting materials, agendas, executive briefings, and maintain accountability around follow-ups and key action items - Support exit readiness initiatives, data rooms, and confidential documentation processes as needed - Coordinate travel, logistics, and ad hoc executive support requests in fast-changing environments

## What We Are Looking For - 5+ years of experience supporting founders, CEOs, CFOs, COOs, or senior executives in startup, DTC, ecommerce, SaaS, or high-growth environments - Strong experience with executive support fundamentals, including calendar management, inbox management, executive communications, and prioritization - Experience in scaled DTC/ecommerce businesses, with subscription business experience being highly preferred - Demonstrated ability to operate as an Executive Business Partner, not solely an administrative assistant - Strong exposure to financial processes, including budgeting, reporting, expense tracking, vendor pricing analysis, and ability to interpret P&Ls or financial data - Experience working with legal/compliance processes, including contracts, trademarks, patents, documentation, or regulated business environments - Familiarity with EOS/Traction methodologies (Level 10s, Rocks, Scorecards) is highly preferred - Highly AI-native, with daily use of tools such as Claude, ChatGPT, AI agents, or automation platforms to improve workflows and execution - Advanced proficiency with tools such as Google Workspace, Slack, Notion, HubSpot, QuickBooks, CRM systems, project management platforms, and spreadsheets

## Nice to Have - Experience working in a remote environment, with a strong ability to self-manage and work independently - Familiarity with Colombian business culture and regulations, given the company's location - Certification in executive support, finance, or a related field - Experience with data analysis and visualization tools, such as Tableau or Power BI

## Benefits and Perks - Competitive salary and benefits package - Opportunity to work with a growing and innovative company - Collaborative and dynamic work environment - Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs - Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options - Access to cutting-edge technology and tools - Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance - Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs - Generous paid time off and vacation policy

- To stand out in this role, highlight your experience in executive support, finance, and operations, and demonstrate your ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• When applying, make sure to include specific examples of how you have driven business growth and operational excellence in previous roles.
• Familiarize yourself with the company's values and mission, and be prepared to discuss how you can contribute to its success.
• Practice your communication and prioritization skills, as these will be essential in this role.
• Consider creating a portfolio that showcases your experience and achievements in executive support and operations.
• Be prepared to discuss your experience with AI tools and automation platforms, and how you have used these to improve workflows and execution.
• Research the company's culture and values, and be prepared to discuss how you can adapt to its remote work environment.