San Jose, California-based Bill.com, a platform provider of automated, cloud-based software for bill presentment and payment, has announced a 30% reduction in force to improve profitability following stock declines.
The phased reduction impacts 129 employees, mainly in software engineering and product management teams, at the company's San Jose headquarters.
According to CEO René Lacerte, "The restructuring is aimed at improving profitability and positioning the firm to operate more effectively and efficiently in an AI-first world. We’re evolving our leadership team and organizational structure to align with our highest priorities and position BILL for the future.”
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