Director of Finance and Operations

Our Vision and Mission

Happier is a vision and values driven organization. We strive to make everything we do in line with our collective vision of a future world where all people develop the inner resources to cultivate happiness. Our mission is to help people see more clearly what leads to happiness (and what doesn’t) by supporting the start and deepening of our customers’ meditation practice.

What you will do

Finance Oversight

• Manage accounting and bookkeeping, working closely with our outsourced accounting firm.

• Present monthly financials and budget analyses to the executive team, implementing process improvements as needed.

• Handle cap table management, insurance renewals, board packages, and financial policies.

• Oversee expense management, ensuring smooth workflows and resolving issues promptly.

• Proactively manage cash flow with limited oversight, in partnership with accountants.

• Lead a small finance team, driving high performance and accountability.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support annual and quarterly budgets with the Director of FP&A and department heads.

• Lead revenue forecasting by analyzing customer trends, adjusting based on budget variances.

• Continuously improve forecasting accuracy through learnings from past performance.

• Engage the executive team with strategic questions to ensure sound financial planning.

Operational Leadership

• Manage a small internal team, outside contractors, and vendors, ensuring smooth operational workflows.

• Oversee key tools and systems, optimizing subscriptions and negotiating contracts.

• Coordinate with legal counsel to ensure contracts meet business needs, manage budgets, and address any litigation needs.

• Collaborate with the operations team to provide data for goal-setting and review processes.

What you will bring to the team:

• Strategic Focus: You prioritize what matters most, from organizational goals to specific project outcomes, with a keen sense of what to focus on and what to set aside.

• Process Efficiency: You thrive on creating streamlined, repeatable processes that enhance efficiency and are open to continuous improvement.

• Financial Acumen: You understand how finances drive organizational impact, can navigate balance sheets and P&Ls, and can translate strategy into financial models.

• Strong Communication: You excel in all communication channels, engaging effectively across teams and synthesizing insights to drive understanding.

• Detail-Oriented & Accountable: You bring a high level of attention to detail, follow through on commitments, and address issues proactively.

• Results-Oriented & Resourceful: You’re a proactive problem-solver, comfortable navigating constraints, fostering accountability, and inspiring others to get things done.

Who you’ll work with:

You will report directly to Jason Pavel, the Chief Operating Officer.

You will also work closely with Director of People (Becca Van Nederynen), Director of Analytics and FP&A (Matt Chan), Lead of Business Operations (Samuel Johns).

Why we think you’ll like working here:

• You’ll become a part of a company that is changing people's lives for the better

• We foster a culture that values clear and kind communication. We're passionate about reasonable work hours, flexibility in getting work done, and respecting and valuing the whole life you live.

• You will be welcomed into a diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other's experiences, abilities and perspectives.

• You’ll be eligible for our full benefits package including traditional benefits like health and dental insurance as well as non-traditional benefits benefits like a stipend for growth and development.

• We’ll support your work from home set-up with a $1,000 stipend.

Our investment in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

Happier seeks to help people become happier, more connected, and more resilient in the face of life’s challenges. We aim to cultivate a culture that is steeped in the values and practices that we promote through our products and media channels. We welcome the cultural enrichment that comes from diverse experiences in education, class background, age, culture, ethnicity, race, color, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, languages spoken, able-bodiedness, religion and beliefs. We are invested in creating a work environment that supports each of us in feeling valued and recognized for our unique contributions to what we collectively produce, and where we each feel a sense of belonging.