Head of Finance

What We're Building

Zero-knowledge proofs (ZKPs) are critical to the future of blockchain scaling, interoperability, and privacy, but are too complex for most developers today. Succinct’s mission is to make ZKPs simple and accessible for all builders.

Our core product is SP1, a breakthrough zkVM (zero-knowledge virtual machine) that enables developers to generate ZK proofs from normal code (like Rust) with state-of-the-art performance.

To support SP1, we’ve built the Succinct Prover Network -- a protocol on Ethereum that coordinates a decentralized network of provers for universal ZK proof generation. This lets developers outsource proving to a global, competitive marketplace of provers.

Our infrastructure is already in production with many of the best teams in crypto:

• Polygon is using SP1 to build AggLayer and Katana

• Celestia and Avail use our network to secure Ethereum bridges

• Mantle ($2B TVL) is using it to become the world’s largest ZK Layer 2

• And many more, including Celo, Interchain (IBC V2), Hibachi, Lido, Galxe, Taiko, Sovereign, and others

zkVMs are now a key part of Ethereum’s scaling roadmap, and Succinct is at the forefront -- delivering real-world impact, meaningful revenue, and some of the most technically ambitious work in ZK.

We’ve raised $55M across Seed and Series A from Paradigm, and we're a small, high-performing team focused on building deeply technical products with re

The Role

Succinct is looking for a Head of Finance to drive operational excellence and financial transparency as we scale. You'll design and run resilient finance systems across both fiat and crypto, leading budgeting, disbursements, reconciliation, and reporting.

We're looking for someone with a strong foundation in traditional finance and deep fluency in crypto. You’re execution-focused, strategic, and hands-on—able to build lean, effective processes in a fast-moving environment. This is a high-impact opportunity to define financial operations for one of crypto's core infrastructure projects.

In this role you will:

• Execute and scale a comprehensive financial strategy aligned with Succinct's mission and objectives

• Oversee asset management, financial planning, revenue generation and payment operations

• Optimize capital allocation and financial runway

• Implement and scale robust internal controls to safeguard assets

• Prepare and present quarterly financial reports and statements with accuracy and transparency

• Manage relationships with banks, custodians, and trading desks

• Work with external advisors (accountants, auditors, tax advisors) to ensure regulatory compliance

• Ensure adherence to financial and tax regulations across relevant jurisdictions

• Handle on-chain financial activities, including multisignature transactions

• Partner with the executive team to build scalable financial processes

Qualifications

• 5+ years in senior financial leadership, preferably in Web3, foundations, or treasury entities

• Expertise in IFRS and GAAP, with understanding of crypto-specific accounting

• Strong knowledge of blockchain technology and financial applications

• Familiarity with financial infrastructure, blockchain-native tools and ability and desire to create custom tooling to fit the purpose.

• Demonstrated success implementing scalable budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes in high-velocity environments.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to interface confidently with technical, legal, and community stakeholders.

• Self-directed and execution-driven; thrives in lean teams with a bias for hands-on ownership.

Nice to Have

• Deep familiarity with Succinct's ecosystem

• Knowledge of cross-border tax, compliance, or treasury management in crypto contexts

Location

Everyone on our team is located in San Francisco and works together in-person. Ideally, we’re looking for someone who enjoys in-person work and is already in San Francisco or willing to relocate (we can cover relocation costs). For senior candidates who are an exceptional fit, we’d consider a remote position as long as you’re available to onboard in-person for the first few months.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and equity package

• Full health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents

• Daily lunch and dinner at the office

• Travel to industry events and conferences (company-paid)

Not Sure You’re 100% Qualified?

That’s okay -- if you’re passionate about ZK, love to learn fast, and are excited by our mission, we’d love to hear from you.