Head of Operations & Finance

LoopX is building all-condition intelligence to make mining safer and more productive in the world's harshest underground environments. Based in Toronto and Sudbury, we develop physical AI systems that combine thermal perception, edge computing, and vision AI to enable reliable detection and decision-making in environments where traditional systems fail.
We are looking for a Head of Operations & Finance to work closely with the CEO in building and scaling LoopX. This person will own core financial planning and internal operations, ensuring the leadership team has clear visibility into performance and the infrastructure needed to grow efficiently.
This role is both strategic and hands‑on, ideal for someone who thrives in ambiguity and wants to shape how a company operates from the ground up.
Responsibilities   Own budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning in partnership with the CEO
Lead preparation of board materials, including monthly and quarterly reporting and performance insights
Track key financial and operating metrics; identify trends, risks, and opportunities
Operational Infrastructure   Build and manage internal systems and processes to provide real-time visibility into business performance
Establish reporting dashboards across finance, operations, and go-to-market
Improve workflows across functions to drive efficiency and execution
Strategic Partner to the CEO   Act as a thought partner on company strategy, capital allocation, and growth plans
Support fundraising efforts, investor communications, and the diligence process
Take on cross-functional projects as needed (e.g., pricing, hiring plans, vendor strategy)
General Operations Leadership   Own day-to-day operational rigor (planning cycles, OKRs, KPI tracking)
Step into gaps across finance, ops, and strategy as the business evolves
Help build a high-performance, data-driven culture
What we're looking for   5-10 years of experience in operations, finance, venture capital, consulting, or Chief of Staff type roles
Experience working at (or closely with) a startup from Seed through Series A and beyond
Strong financial acumen (modeling, budgeting, reporting) paired with operational execution skills
Proven ability to operate in ambiguous, fast-moving environments and wear multiple hats
Highly structured thinker with strong communication skills, written and verbal
Nice to have   Experience in a hardware or deep tech business (e.g., manufacturing, supply chain, capex-heavy models)
You are   Owner mindset. Takes full accountability and drives outcomes.
High judgment. Able to prioritize what matters.
High adaptability. Willing to do whatever is needed to move the business forward.
Systems thinker. Builds processes that scale with the company.