Chief of Staff, Finance

About OpenAI

OpenAI is an AI research and deployment company dedicated to ensuring that artificial general intelligence (AGI) benefits all of humanity. Our mission is to create safe and beneficial AI, and our team is committed to pushing the boundaries of what is possible with AI technology. We operate under a set of core values including audacious ambition, thoughtful introspection, and a deep commitment to ethical considerations.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organized and strategic Chief of Staff. You will work closely with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and other senior leaders to drive the execution of key financial and broader company strategies, manage critical projects, and ensure efficient operations across OpenAI. You will play a crucial role in aligning the finance team’s efforts with OpenAI's broader mission and objectives, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.

This role is based in San Francisco, CA. We use a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office per week and offer relocation assistance to new employees.

In this role, you will provide:

1. Strategic Support and Execution:

   • Partner with the CFO to develop and implement strategies aligned with OpenAI’s mission and goals.

   • Oversee and manage strategic projects, ensuring timely and effective execution.

   • Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and communication with Executive team and external partners

2. Leadership and Team Development:

   • Act as a trusted advisor and confidant to the CFO, providing strategic insights and counsel.

   • Foster a positive and inclusive team culture that reflects OpenAI’s values of audacious ambition, thoughtful introspection, and ethical integrity.

3. Operational Efficiency:

   • Help streamline company operations and processes to enhance productivity and efficiency.

   • Monitor and report on key performance metrics, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.

4. Communication and Stakeholder Management:

   • Serve as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on key projects and initiatives.

   • Prepare and deliver presentations, reports, and communications for executive leadership, board members, and other stakeholders.

You might thrive in this role if you have:

• A Bachelor’s degree and MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.

• 12+ years of experience in business operations, consulting, or a related field, with a track record of leadership and strategic impact.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and execute tactically.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels.

• Demonstrated ability to manage long-term complex projects and drive organizational change.

• Passion for OpenAI’s mission and values, with a deep interest in the potential and implications of AI technology.

About OpenAI

OpenAI is an AI research and deployment company dedicated to ensuring that general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity. We push the boundaries of the capabilities of AI systems and seek to safely deploy them to the world through our products. AI is an extremely powerful tool that must be created with safety and human needs at its core, and to achieve our mission, we must encompass and value the many different perspectives, voices, and experiences that form the full spectrum of humanity. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. 

For US Based Candidates: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, and requests can be made via this link.

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