Sr. Manager, Strategic Finance

At Twelve Labs, we are pioneering the development of cutting-edge multimodal foundation models that have the ability to comprehend videos just like humans do. Our models have redefined the standards in video-language modeling, empowering us with more intuitive and far-reaching capabilities, and fundamentally transforming the way we interact with and analyze various forms of media.

With a remarkable $107 million in Seed and Series A funding, our company is backed by top-tier venture capital firms such as NVIDIA’s NVentures, NEA, Radical Ventures, and Index Ventures, and prominent AI visionaries and founders such as Fei-Fei Li, Silvio Savarese, Alexandr Wang and more. Headquartered in San Francisco, with an influential APAC presence in Seoul, our global footprint underscores our commitment to driving worldwide innovation.

We are a global company that values the uniqueness of each person’s journey. It is the differences in our cultural, educational, and life experiences that allow us to constantly challenge the status quo. We are looking for individuals who are motivated by our mission and eager to make an impact as we push the bounds of technology to transform the world. Join us as we revolutionize video understanding and multimodal AI.

As our Senior Finance Manager, you’ll be stepping into a high-impact, foundational role on TwelveLabs’ growing Finance & Accounting team. As one of our earliest hires, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the function from the ground up, bringing strategy and structure to a team that's small in size but big in ambition. You won’t just be crunching numbers—you’ll be a core business partner, collaborating closely with every team across TwelveLabs to drive critical initiatives forward. From closing major sales deals and negotiating compute contracts to managing burn and optimizing financial strategy, you’ll be at the center of the decisions that power our growth. If you're looking to make a tangible difference and leave your mark on a fast-scaling company, this is your opportunity.

• Run the monthly forecasting and annual planning processes in partnership with the Head of Finance, ensuring alignment with company goals and market dynamics

• Launch and own the budget vs. actuals process with the executive team and department heads to drive accountability and informed decision-making

• Support fundraising efforts, including building financial models, preparing investor materials, and partnering closely with the executive team during due diligence

• Assist the Sales team in developing quotes for prospects, structuring pricing, and providing financial insight to close high-impact deals

• Take on high-priority, cross-functional projects including, but not limited to:

  • Revamping the compute cost model and identifying operational efficiencies

  • Pricing new product offerings to support go-to-market success and profitability

  • Evaluating vendor contracts and identifying opportunities for cost savings or improved terms

• Develop internal financial reporting tools and dashboards to empower teams with real-time insights

• Build scalable financial processes and infrastructure as the company grows, including evaluating systems, tools, and team needs

• Act as a strategic thought partner to leaders across Product, Engineering, Sales, and Operations—translating data into actionable insights that drive business performance

1. Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field

2. 7+ years of finance experience, bonus points if some of this experience is at an early stage startup

3. Meticulous attention to detail, with a commitment to accuracy and high-quality work

4. Strong intellectual curiosity and a desire to dive deep into cutting-edge multi-modal foundation models

5. Ability to be on-site at our San Francisco (Jackson Square) office at least three days a week

🤝 An open and inclusive culture and work environment.

🧑‍💻 Work closely with a collaborative, mission-driven team on cutting-edge AI technology.

🦷 Full health, dental, and vision benefits

✈️ Extremely flexible PTO and parental leave policy. Office closed the week of Christmas and New Years.

🛂 VISA support (such as H1B and OPT transfer for US employees)