About this opportunity
Harmonic Executive lists this Head of Finance & Accounting opportunity in san francisco, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Are you a Head of Finance & Accounting looking to build an IPO-ready finance function at a scaling AI start-up?
Currently operating in stealth and incubated by a leading VC with a track record of launching category-defining AI businesses, the company is preparing to announce a landmark Series A raise alongside multiple top-tier investors. Founded by award-winning scientists and AI industry leaders, they are building a values-led leadership team to help drive several breakthrough technological advances with the potential to reshape entire industries.
Rapid Growth AI Start-Up (Post Series A)
Harmonic are proud to have been retained by a rapidly growing VC backed AI start-up revolutionizing mankind’s understanding of the physical sciences. With the ability to take massive leaps forward in our interpretation of the laws which underpin physics, the business has applications impacting space exploration, climate and green energy, advanced computing, robotics, defense and global food supply chain.
The Role
The Head of Finance and Accounting will own the build out of the FP&A, Strategic Finance and Controllership functions. Taking responsibility for the development of financial modelling, strategic planning and insightful analysis, the Head of Finance & Accounting will be key in driving improved understanding and performance while establishing best in class Controls to an ‘IPO ready’ standard.
Additionally, the position offers significant exposure and the opportunity to build relationships with the CEO and wider Exec team making recommendations that will deliver growth.
This position really is a true blank slate as the business is set to scale from under 20 to close 200 heads in 12 months
Responsibilities:
Own the development of exceptional financial modelling
Establish Forecasting and Budgeting processes (FP&A)
Work closely with the CEO as an Executive Business Partner
Build KPI’s and analytics to make sense of complex data and present this to decision makers across the business
Establish robust budgeting processes for AI research and product development
Produce mid and long term strategic planning
Implement scalable financial controls and processes
Lead the setup of multiple international entities ensuring appropriate financial controls and compliance processes are established
In due course insource the Controllership function and oversee month-end, day-to-day Accounting
Liaise with Auditors to prepare the first audit
Identify and build relationships with third party tax experts in international locations
Liaise with and establish complex government contracts
Produce monthly Board Reporting with detailed commentary
Business Partner with multiple teams in the business to challenge numbers and bring improved performance
Create dashboards and improve the accuracy of forecasting periodically
Prepare the business for future funding rounds
Skills
What We Need:
Background in Investment banking, experience working in VC/PE firms or Corporate Finance/ M&A advisory experience OR relevant industry experience in a rapid growth Tech start-up (this can include AI, Deeptech, AI, Robotics, Defense, Biotech, Climate Tech and Green Energy, SaaS, Fintech)
Ideally a qualified CPA (or has overseen and managed Controllership functions in a fast growth environment which has required being truly hands-on)
Exceptional financial modelling skills
Excellent communication skills
High level of commercial acumen
What We’d Love to See (Non-Essential):
Experience in a VC backed Tech start-up which has raised over $100m
Experience dealing with government contracts
Experience in R&D heavy environments
Experienced leading international teams with multiple entities
Experience establishing FP&A and Accounting processes simultaneously in a VC backed start-up (Ideally AI)
Package
Salary: $300,000 to $350,000 + bonus + share options
Start Date: ASAP
Location: San Francisco Bay Area (Hybrid model and will consider exceptional remote first candidates)
If you are a finance leader seeking a pivotal role in a dynamic, inclusive, and purpose-driven organization, we invite you to reach out. To apply or to explore more about this exciting role, please contact Fin on
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