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)
• Support IPO readiness: S-1 process, SEC reporting, audit coordination
• Build and scale finance function (accounting, FP&A, reporting)
• Implement SOX/internal controls and public company compliance framework
• Support equity/debt financing and investor materials
• Develop financial models for AI data center expansion
• Interface with auditors, bankers, and legal teams
Must-Have Requirements
• Experience at a U.S. public company (Nasdaq/NYSE)
• Direct exposure to IPO process and/or SEC reporting
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SOX, and audit processes
• Hands-on, able to build finance infrastructure from early stage
Preferred Background
Candidates from one or more of the following sectors:
• Bitcoin mining / digital assets
• Energy / power infrastructure
• AI data centers / cloud / digital infrastructure
Profile
• 5-8+ years of finance experience
• Prior roles: VP Finance, Director of Finance, Controller, or similar
• Experience working with investment banks and auditors
• Strong capital markets awareness; existing network is a plus
Compensation
• Base Salary: $120,000 – $200,000
• Equity: 1% – 2% stock options
• Bonus: performance-based (IPO milestones)
Key Selling Points
• Direct involvement in IPO execution
• Transition from Bitcoin to AI infrastructure (high-growth sector)
• Significant equity upside
• Founder-level visibility and decision-making exposure
Search Notes
• Priority on candidates with real IPO / SEC experience
• Open to “step-up” candidates (e.g., Controller → VP Finance)
• Must be hands-on and comfortable in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment
Contact
Confidential search. Please submit qualified candidates with IPO-relevant experience only.