
Artificial Intelligence
Strategic AI Finance Leadership
AI is redefining what’s possible, but only finance leaders can ensure it’s sustainable. There are long development timelines, high burn rates, and uncertain revenue models, so finding the right finance leadership is crucial from day one.
We partner with AI startups to build finance teams that support growth, investor readiness, and financial compliance. These leaders bring sharp commercial instincts and operational discipline, helping businesses stay agile in fast-evolving markets.
Our network is full of AI finance leaders who have experience in:
Managing spend across cloud infrastructure, data acquisition, and compute resources
Building finance functions in R&D- and engineering-heavy organisations
Forecasting across enterprise pilots, proof of concepts, and staggered GTM rollouts
Navigating commercial models such as API monetisation, usage-based pricing, and enterprise licensing
Preparing investor materials for deep tech and frontier technology pitches
Aligning financial planning with product, research, and GTM functions
We work with founders, CFOs, and VCs to place finance talent who turn innovation into sustainable scale from early-stage R&D to international expansion. We find the beat finance talent that turns cutting-edge AI into world-changing businesses.
FEATURED JOBS
Your AI Recruitment Partner
If you're looking to hire an AI CFO, Head of Finance, or your first in-house finance hire, we know how crucial the right finance leader is to your success and will partner with you to find the best talent for your business.
At Zanda, we specialise in AI finance recruitment, placing high-calibre finance professionals into artificial intelligence startups across the UK, EU and US, from Seed-funded startups to pre-IPO scaleups.
Early-stage startups gain access to fractional finance leadership, while scaling companies benefit from permanent finance executives who build robust infrastructures. Our interim professionals provide specialized expertise when needed for critical transitions. This flexible approach ensures you have the right financial leadership, whether full-time, fractional, or interim, to align with your growth phase perfectly.


When we were introduced to Zanda, we were at a place where we required C-suite-level support for our strategic agenda, fundraising, and growth plans. However, we only needed them for a few days a month, so we were thrilled to find out Zanda also provides Fractional CFOs. The entire process from initial introduction to the first month with the CFO was very swift and stress-free. Zanda provided a high-quality selection of Fractional CFOs, and as an early-stage startup, having the guidance and support from Zanda was extremely useful. We are delighted to now have on board an experienced startup CFO to elevate our strategic finance function and be a key developer of the current Head of Finance.Harriet Hope Financial Controller | Arbolus


We were recommended to use Zanda as we looked for a Fractional CFO to help us with a pending fundraise. We were looking for a strong CFO with HealthTech fundraising experience and we were provided with an excellent shortlist of options at speed. All of the shortlisted profiles were available immediately and had the relevant track record so it was actually a challenge to select the best fit. I am thankful that we now have an excellent CFO on board and would highly recommend Zanda to fellow founders.Dr. Keith Tsui CEO & CO-Founder | Medwise.ai


We engaged Zanda to assist us in a search for a CFO, spanning both New York and London. Their expertise in hiring CFOs for tech firms in these locations was evident from the outset. Zanda provided valuable guidance on the ideal candidate profile, managing our expectations effectively. Their transparent process instilled confidence in us that we would find the right hire efficiently. Within two weeks, Zanda presented us with a strong shortlist of carefully vetted candidates, all of whom met our criteria. Thanks to their thorough research and presentation of key data, each candidate was well-prepared for the interview process. The preferred candidate, based in New York, was swiftly and professionally secured by Zanda, who expertly managed the entire process to ensure mutual satisfaction. I was thoroughly impressed by Zanda's expertise, professionalism, and dedication throughout the process. Their extensive knowledge and network in the tech hiring space make them an invaluable partner for any high-growth tech firm seeking a CFO or Finance Leader.Tarek Fadel Founder & CEO | Fadel


The candidate quality Zanda provided us with was very strong. Prior to working with Zanda we tried working with another search firm and it sadly felt like we were having to convince candidates to even apply. This was in stark contrast to the candidates I spoke to via Zanda who were high calibre, genuinely interested, prepared and committed to the interview process from the start.Ben Booth CEO | MAXCONTACT
PARTNER WITH EXPERTS
Hiring a CFO isn’t just about filling a role, it’s about making a high-stakes investment in your company’s future. At Zanda, we go beyond traditional search firms by acting as a long-term partner to founders, ensuring you hire a CFO who truly aligns with your vision, culture, and growth ambitions. With a 100% track record on retained assignments and a 53% shorter delivery time than the search firm average for CFO hiring, we deliver results quickly, without compromising on quality or fit.


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